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06/19/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 19 at 11:04AM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Elevated water levels are also possible along the upper Saint
Lawrence River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures
and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/wQCz5mL

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/19/26 11:04 AM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Elevated water levels are also possible along the upper Saint
Lawrence River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/wQCz5mL

06/19/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 19 at 3:50AM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect minor beach erosion and debris, local road closures and
extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/9sxmhNs

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/19/26 3:50 AM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/9sxmhNs

06/19/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 19 at 1:53AM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion is
also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect minor beach erosion and debris, local road closures and
extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/XXWJSfE

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/19/26 1:53 AM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion is
also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/XXWJSfE

06/19/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 18 at 9:59PM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures
and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/fsoO9ts

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/18/26 9:59 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/fsoO9ts

06/18/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 18 at 1:18PM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion is
also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures
and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/6cFAgqN

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/18/26 1:18 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion is
also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/6cFAgqN

06/18/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 18 at 3:57AM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures
and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/H5jHZUD

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/18/26 3:57 AM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/H5jHZUD

06/18/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 18 at 2:39AM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect beach erosion and debris, local road closures and
extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/WgeSbFw

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/18/26 2:39 AM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/WgeSbFw

06/17/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 17 at 2:45PM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action may result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures
and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/UIJi72P

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/17/26 2:45 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action may result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/UIJi72P

06/17/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 17 at 12:58PM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
--------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action may result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion is
also expected.

AFFECTS: Oswego; Jefferson

INSTRUCTION: A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures
and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/f7JPPix

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/17/26 12:58 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/19/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.

* WHERE...Lake Ontario shore of Oswego and Jefferson counties.
Water rises are also possible along the upper Saint Lawrence
River in the Thousand Islands region.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action may result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion is
also expected.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/f7JPPix

06/17/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Wind Advisory issued June 17 at 12:39PM EDT until June 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

SUMMARY:
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* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with occasional gusts of 45 to 55
mph expected Thursday morning, becoming southwest Thursday
afternoon.

* WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. A few
trees and tree limbs will likely come down, resulting in isolated
power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Fully leafed out trees may result in more
tree damage than with similar wind speeds during the colder months
of the year.

AFFECTS: Jefferson; Lewis

INSTRUCTION: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/ibBmnzX

URGENCY: Expected

SEVERITY: Moderate

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/17/26 12:39 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/18/26 8:00 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with occasional gusts of 45 to 55
mph expected Thursday morning, becoming southwest Thursday
afternoon.

* WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. A few
trees and tree limbs will likely come down, resulting in isolated
power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Fully leafed out trees may result in more
tree damage than with similar wind speeds during the colder months
of the year.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/ibBmnzX

Address

753 Waterman Drive
Watertown, NY
13601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+13157862654

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