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NWS: Rainy weather continues through the week in areas along Lake Ontario basin

By Angelica A. Morrison

Published May 3, 2017 at 1:58 PM EDT

Hazardous weather conditions continue for many living along the Lake Ontario shoreline in Upstate New York. The National Weather Service has issued a “Hazardous Weather” warning for areas in Erie, Monroe, Orleans, Niagara, and Genesee counties. The NWS says a low pressure system could result in one to two inches of rain in the Niagara region and lower Genesee Valley now through Friday. Water levels in area creeks and rivers are expected to rise and some locations may experience flooding. Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a state of emergency on Tuesday to help address the issue of rising water levels in Lake Ontario.