Flood Warning in Monroe County, NY: Rising Water Levels Expected
Flood Warning in Monroe County, NY: Rising Water Levels Expected
US · Published Mar 27, 2026
Flood warning in effect for Monroe County, NY, until 8 p.m. on March 27, 2026, due to heavy rainfall.
Communities along Irondequoit Creek, including Irondequoit and Fairport, are experiencing flooding.
Residents advised to take precautions as water levels are expected to continue rising despite no additional rainfall.
Flood warning in effect until March 27, 2026
A flood warning has been issued for Monroe County, New York, specifically affecting areas along Irondequoit Creek, and is active until 8 p.m. on March 27, 2026. Heavy overnight rainfall, ranging from 0.75 to 1.25 inches, has led to rising water levels in smaller streams, impacting communities such as Irondequoit, Brighton, East Rochester, Fairport, and Penfield. Low-lying areas, particularly Ellison Park, are at high risk, with water levels potentially reaching Blossom Road. Despite no additional rainfall in the forecast, current water levels are expected to rise throughout the day.
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