Flash Flood Warning — Essex County, New York
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 7 at 7:38PM EDT until August 7 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
FFWBTV The National Weather Service in Burlington has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... East Central Essex County in northern New York... * Until 1045 PM EDT. * At 738 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Elizabethtown, Moriah, Lewis, Westport, Keene, North Hudson, New Russia and Underwood.
Effective August 7, 2026 at 7:38 PM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Burlington VT
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Essex County, New York?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Essex County?
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