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High Wind Warning
Issued: 1:49 PM Dec. 29, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. The strongest wind gusts will be along the Lake Erie shoreline and near Downtown Buffalo. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts in excess of 60 mph have already been observed this morning. Winds will continue to increase through early Monday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. &&
Storm Warning
Issued: 7:18 AM Dec. 29, 2025 – National Weather Service
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 50 knots and waves 18 to 23 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Flood Watch
Issued: 6:31 AM Dec. 29, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of western New York, including the following counties, Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Genesee, Niagara, Northern Erie, Orleans, Southern Erie and Wyoming. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. The greatest threat for flooding will be along the Buffalo area creeks and rivers. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rainfall has averaged between 0.50-1.5" in the watch area. Additional rainfall will average a quarter to a third of an inch. Runoff will continue this morning, but will sharply slow as colder temperatures move into the area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
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