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Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 7:22 AM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph creating blowing and drifting snow and whiteout conditions. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Monday to 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact travel through the week. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected oscillate several times downwind of Lake Erie this week. Forecast snowfall amounts could be much higher where lake bands persist during this long duration event. The strongest winds will be Monday and Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. &&
Lakeshore Flood Warning
Issued: 6:50 AM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...LAKESHORE FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 10 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Significant lakeshore flooding expected. Rapid rises are expected Monday morning with the highest levels late Monday morning and afternoon. * WHERE...Erie and Chautauqua counties. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 10 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...The rapid rise in water levels will result in lakeshore flooding along the Lake Erie and Upper Niagara River shores. Along the Lake Erie shore, flooding is likely along Route 5 in Hamburg, Buffalo Harbor and Canalside, Dunkirk Harbor, and other flood prone locations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring, is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away. Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures and extremely dangerous boating conditions. &&
High Wind Warning
Issued: 6:44 AM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 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 difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. &&
Flood Watch
Issued: 6:36 AM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY 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...From 1 PM EST this afternoon through Monday 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... - Widespread rainfall totals of 1-1.5 inches are expected within the watch area. Locally higher amounts are possible, especially across the Niagara Frontier. - 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. &&
Gale Watch
Issued: 2:30 AM Dec. 28, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...West winds to 45 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...From late Sunday night through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. &&
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