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DEC issues Drought Warning as heat, dry conditions continue throughout FLX

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DEC issues Drought Warning as heat, dry conditions continue throughout FLX
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation announced on Wednesday that much of central and western New York were being upgraded from a Drought Watch to a Drought Warning. The move was executed at direction of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. A “warning” is the second of four levels of state drought advisories. There are no statewide mandatory water use... more

Finger Lakes wineries praying for August rain

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Finger Lakes wineries praying for August rain
The strong, deep, roots of mature grapevines have kept many of the area’s grape growers from feeling the heat of this summer’s drought — so far. As the hot, dry weather continues, though, some are starting to sweat. Nearly all of western New York and the Finger Lakes region continues to be in severe drought, according to the latest report... more

Severe drought deepens: Wells dry up, corn shrivels, cities run low

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Severe drought deepens: Wells dry up, corn shrivels, cities run low
Corn stalks are half as tall as they should be in Monroe County. Wells have dried up in Cortland County. Two Upstate New York cities have warned of critically low water supplies, and at least one village is tapping into emergency water supplies. As the severe drought in much of Upstate New York deepens, everybody from farmers to water managers... more

Schumer Calls For Federal Action On Drought Relief

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Schumer Calls For Federal Action On Drought Relief
New York Senator Charles Schumer is calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to begin the process of issuing a disaster declaration to help Upstate New York farmers who suffer major losses and crop damage from the severe drought. Schumer is calling on the USDA to stand ready to make the declaration so that low-interest emergency loans can be made... more

Local farmer says food prices could see spike due to drought

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Local farmer says food prices could see spike due to drought
This summer’s drought may soon lead to more problems than just browning grass. Jack Moore of Gro-Moore Farms has been in the farming business for decades. He says that if we do not start to see more rain it could start affecting the price you’re paying for food. For Moore, he has seen good years and bad years. Moore says... more

Heavy downpours possible in the Finger Lakes through the weekend

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Heavy downpours possible in the Finger Lakes through the weekend
A very moist atmosphere will remain in place through the weekend, leading to more downpours such as those early Wednesday morning. Heavy Rain At Times The atmosphere overhead is loaded with copious amounts of moisture from the Gulf of Mexico. Read More more

FLX farmers say ‘All we can do is pray for rain’

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FLX farmers say ‘All we can do is pray for rain’
“It’s so hot, I saw two trees fighting over a dog.” Or how about, “It’s so hot, I heard a fire hydrant whistle for dogs.’’ Bad hot weather jokes aside, this summer’s drought is having a big impact on many farmers and the crops they grow. For those in the agriculture industry, this drought has been no joke, and the... more

Drought Report: Conditions continue to worsen in the FLX

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Drought Report: Conditions continue to worsen in the FLX
This week’s Drought Monitor report for New York State shows a continued worsening and spreading of the drought. Nearly 92% of the state is now in some sort of drought classification, up from about 89% last week. The amount of Level 2 (Severe) Drought has also increased, from 24.21% of the state to 29.50%. Wells continue to take a beating,... more

Weather will be humid in FLX this weekend, could get much needed rain

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Weather will be humid in FLX this weekend, could get much needed rain
While drought has been the big story over the last several weeks, a near-record amount of moisture in the atmosphere will mean that the Finger Lakes will see it’s first legitimate chance for significant rainfall in weeks. The stormy, humid conditions will mean that unsettled weather will dominate the weekend. Outdoor plans don’t have to be cancelled yet, but in... more

Heat Advisory issued for most of FLX as hot, humid weather grips region

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Heat Advisory issued for most of FLX as hot, humid weather grips region
The National Weather Service in Binghamton and Buffalo has issued a Heat Advisory for most of the Finger Lakes until Friday at 6 pm. The advisory comes as highs are expected to cruise into the low-90s throughout most of the region, with intense humidity overtaking the region. The advised counties include: Seneca, Cayuga, Wayne, Monroe, Ontario, and Onondaga. The heat... more

Dangerous heat followed by heavy thunderstorms possible on Saturday

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Dangerous heat followed by heavy thunderstorms possible on Saturday
Temperatures early this morning in the Finger Lakes are in the 70s. Extreme levels of humidity persist with heat indexes already pushing towards 80 degrees before 8am. The temperature will rapidly rise this morning and some areas could be into the upper 80s by 10am. During the late morning and early afternoon hours, most of the Finger Lakes will reach... more

Man struck by lightning in Owasco while swimming at home on Willowbrook

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Man struck by lightning in Owasco while swimming at home on Willowbrook
Emergency crews were busy Saturday afternoon in Owasco when a man swimming in his pool at his home was reportedly struck by lightning. Reports indicate that his home is on Willowbrook Drive in Owasco, and was in his pool at the time of the lightning strike. Owasco Water Rescue responded to the location on Willowbrook Drive, as well, but additional... more

Photos: Wild weather in the Finger Lakes as storms roll through; beneficial rain received

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Photos: Wild weather in the Finger Lakes as storms roll through; beneficial rain received
The wild weather, which was felt over the weekend throughout the Finger Lakes, left a string of wind and damage reports in its wake. While there were no major injuries that related to the wind damage over the weekend, multiple reports of lightning strikes – involving people – came in throughout the region and state. In Owasco, a man was... more
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