Basement flooding and sewage back-up concerns on Jamestown's west side following last week's thaw and rain were brought up to the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities at its monthly meeting. Ward Four Councilmember and former BPU board member Marie … [Read more...]
Motorists May Encounter Flooded Roads, Freezing Roads
Following warm weather and rain that melted snow, motorists may encounter some closed roads this morning due to flooding. Overnight, there were reports that the Route 60 south of Jamestown was closed between Peck Settlement Road to Route 62. Route … [Read more...]
Heavy Rains Drench Region, Lead to Flooding and Damage
JAMESTOWN - The cleanup and recover continued Friday following a deluge of rain that swept across the region Thursday morning - resulting in widespread flooding, significant road damage, and at least one culvert being washed away in nearby … [Read more...]
Office of Emergency Services Continues to Monitor Lake Erie’s Water Levels
DUNKIRK - The Chautauqua County Office of Emergency Services is monitoring the high levels of Lake Erie as it continues to rise. Lake Erie is at levels 30 inches above the long term average level for the month of May. The high water level is due … [Read more...]
Afternoon Downpour Wreaks Havoc for Local Motorists
JAMESTOWN - Residents and motorists in Jamestown spent much of Wednesday night recovering from a strong summer downpour that hit the area. Late in the afternoon the national weather service issued a flash flood warning, and at about 5:30 p.m. a … [Read more...]
North County Communities Focus on Flood Clean Up Over Weekend
MAYVILLE - It was a hot and humid weekend for much of Chautauqua County, but fortunately, only a limited amount of rain meant that clean up efforts could continue for the communities that were hit hard by flooding last week. According to … [Read more...]
Clean Up Effort Continues in Wake of Tuesday Flooding, Damage Assessment Underway
MAYVILLE - The effort to clean up areas of northern Chautauqua County hit hard by flooding earlier this week continues today, with county officials saying it’s likely the impacted communities will qualify for the needed federal aid to help in the … [Read more...]
Several North County Communities Hit Hard by Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding
CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY - Emergency crews were busy for much of the day on Tuesday after extreme flooding struck several communities in northern Chautauqua County. According to the National Weather Service, an estimated five inches of rain fell within a … [Read more...]
County Officials Offer Flood Update
Boil Water Order for Westfield Water Customers on Route 5 West of Walker Road Precautions to Prevent Possible Illness from Flood Waters MAYVILLE, NY - Monday night effective 11:30 p.m. Chautauqua County was hit with 5 inches of rain in a two … [Read more...]
County Residents Should Be Prepared for Possible Flooding Starting Next Week
MAYVILLE, NY (Feb. 27, 2015) - Heavy rain and warmer temperatures - combined with the enormous amount of snow we’ve received this winter - are cause for concern related to flooding. That's according to the Chautauqua County Department of Health … [Read more...]
