"Severe Flooding Devastates Rochester NY Region and Ontario County: Homes Damaged, Emergency Declared"

Heavy rains in the Canandaigua area caused severe flooding, with water levels reaching waist-high in some streets and basements. Homeowners had to be evacuated, and some lost vehicles and belongings. The storm brought as much as 5.5 inches of rain in a 3-hour period, which is considered a 100-year storm. Emergency crews worked tirelessly to assist residents and assess damage. Efforts will be made to seek emergency funding for cleanup and repairs.