Ice Overnight, Rain Duringthe Day Begins Milder Trend

South End of Silver Lake: Temperature at 12:45 am -- 27 degrees.

Ice, heavy at times, expected to start before 1:30 a.m. There will be icy conditions prior to dawn on Friday but the high temp of the day should rise to 47 degrees.

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FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT 

FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON 

THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON

The Flood Watch continues for * A portion of western New York ... including the following  counties... Cattaraugus... Chautauqua... Genesee... Monroe... Niagara... Northern Erie... Orleans... Southern Erie and Wyoming. * From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon.
* Periods of rain will develop across the region, becoming widespread and heavy Saturday afternoon through Saturday  night. Total rainfall amounts may reach 1.5 to 2.5 inches, with the greatest amounts expected across the Niagara Frontier. * Heavy rain falling on nearly saturated ground will result in excessive runoff. This may result in flooding of low lying areas and urban areas. Flooding is also possible on some larger rivers as well, including the Buffalo area creeks. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings. Those living in areas prone to

flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Stay tuned to weather radio or other radio and tv stations for further details or updates.