Flood Warning — Niagara County, New York
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 2 at 10:53PM EDT until August 3 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall earlier this evening remains in spots. * WHERE...Portions of Niagara County, including Lockport and Shawnee. * WHEN...Until 300 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1047 PM EDT, local law enforcement continued to report flooded roads and basements near Lockport and Shawnee due to earlier thunderstorms producing heavy rain in the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... North Tonawanda, Lockport, Newfane, Middleport, Sanborn, Wilson, Barker, Gasport, Appleton, Olcott, Rapids, Cambria Center, Pendleton Center, Wolcottsville and Ransomville. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 2, 2026 at 10:53 PM ET · Expires August 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Buffalo NY
Expires
August 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Niagara County, New York?
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Is this Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (just now). It's set to expire August 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET.
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