Flash Flood in Cattaraugus County, New York

Flash Flood July 13, 2025 · Cattaraugus County, New York

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Utley Road in East Otto closed due to water flowing across the road.

The wider storm

The combination of pre-frontal trough, deep moisture and increased instability resulted in the development of showers and thunderstorms on the afternoon of July 13. Thunderstorms stretch from the western Southern Tier to the North Country. At times the thunderstorms became strong to severe with gusty winds and heavy rainfall.

Began near East Otto (42.4333, -78.7675).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1285085. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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