LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The National Weather Service warns local residents that plummeting temperatures will 'flash freeze' much of the water that is falling as Friday afternoon's rain. The National Weather Service has several weather watches and warnings in effect as significant snow melt and precipitation continues with the regional temperature already dropping significantly. There is a flood warning for the Genesee River At Portageville … [Read more...]
Thirsty Soil Could Save Livingston County from Flooding
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The summer's drought disaster was hard on local farmers but may actually be a saving grace headed into the weekend. According to the National Weather Service, a slow moving and moisture laden low pressure system will bring about 1.5 to 3 inches of rain, with locally higher amounts possible, Thursday and into Thursday night. "The very dry ground conditions from the drought will likely prevent any significant flooding … [Read more...]
Rain Replenishes Hope for Livingston County Farmers in Drought
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Smiles are blooming in local farm fields as Monday's showers replenish hopes of a good growing season. Despite the slow vegetable and grain growth and decreased milk yield for many farmers, some are finally expecting to see yields pick up, even get back on track. "My hay yield has been down and soybeans and corn have been slow," said David LeFeber, Avon Town Supervisor and local farmer. "But with this rain, there is … [Read more...]
Strong Regional Storm Likely to Leave Livingston High and Dry
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Areas of Orleans and Genesee Counties are struggling with heavy rains Monday, but parched Livingston County is not likely to see as much sustained rainfall. NOAA weather statements say that a strong thunderstorm was located near Oakfield, 10 miles north of Darien Lake State Park, moving east at 50 mph Monday morning. Torrential rainfall and winds in excess of 35 mph are possible with this storm. The storm will affect … [Read more...]
Worsening Drought Burns Livingston County Farmers
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Some of Livingston County's hardest workers are hurting badly in this summer's drought. For those who irrigate, or have natural springs on their property, the drought is a hiccup, even a boon. But just as the United States Drought Monitor updated Livingston County's status from 'moderate' to 'severe' drought, some local growers are starting to consider this dry spell a real problem. "It's bad. The corn gets shriveled up … [Read more...]
Livingston County Farmers Smile in Dreary Rain
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Persistent rain throughout Monday is providing some relief from the current statewide drought watch and putting smiles on farmers' faces. According to our news partner News10NBC, showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the day, making it mostly cloudy and muggy. Monday night is expected to have a few passing clouds, but otherwise be generally clear. Nighttime lows are expected to be around 60 degrees. The … [Read more...]
Friday Thunderstorms Could Stop Dry Spell in Time for Fireworks
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – National weather forecasts predict that about one-fifth of an inch of rain will fall on Livingston County during Friday's much anticipated thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, it will most likely rain after 3 p.m. on Friday. This rain, though not much, could curb hot, dry conditions that can pose a risk of fire during July 3 and 4 fireworks displays. On Friday there is a slight chance of showers … [Read more...]
York’s Fireworks to Return on July 1
YORK – The York/Leicester Field Day Association announced that the annual fireworks display is scheduled for July 1. According to the Town of York's website, a rain date is set for July 2. In 2015, record-breaking rainfalls for the month of June turned the athletic fields to mud. The 2015 show was rescheduled and later cancelled because the field was too soft. The field is at the corner of Rtes. 63 and 36 in Greigsville. … [Read more...]
Avon Ducks Flood Damage Due to Year of Prevention Work
AVON – After over a year of constant work to bulk up municipal drainage and retention ponds, the village escaped this year's May rains unscathed. In 2014, flash flooding undermined the overpass on Littleville Road. On Mother's Day, 2015, flash flooding badly damaged Ashantee Road, Genesee Street, Spring Street, Wadsworth Avenue, Avon-Geneseo Road, Pole Bridge Road, and River Road. This year, the Village was well prepared to handle rains during … [Read more...]
Intense Pocket of Rain Passing Through Livingston County
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – A small but intense patch of rain passed through the county Wednesday evening. According to news partner 13WHAM, the remainder of Wednesday will be mainly clear to partly cloudy, with temperatures turning very cool. There may be patchy valley fog in the county. Low of 54 with wind W at 5 to 12 mph. Thursday will be partly to mostly sunny skies, and very comfortable. High of 74 with wind NW/NE at 5 to 12 … [Read more...]