Mar 26, 2021
A compact closed low passed just to the northwest of the area. Accompanying this system, a strong and well-mixed low-level jet advanced just to the east of Lake Erie. This was an unusual system since it originated in the southern branch of the jet stream and was already a closed mid-level low. This did not fit the pattern of what typically causes strong winds in our area, but it certainly did cause very strong winds with lots of damage and numerous measured gusts over 60 mph. There seemed to be
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 950958). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Northern Erie County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.