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Airport Weather Warning
Issued: 10:57 PM Nov. 26, 2025 – National Weather Service
...AIRPORT WEATHER WARNING... The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued an Airport Weather Warning for... Buffalo-Niagara International Airport. The following weather hazards are expected: Wind gusts in excess of 40 kts. This warning is in effect...Until 1100 PM EST.
Gale Warning
Issued: 8:51 PM Nov. 26, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
Lakeshore Flood Warning
Issued: 6:45 PM Nov. 26, 2025 – National Weather Service
...LAKESHORE FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Lakeshore flooding expected. * WHERE...Lake Erie shore of Erie and Chautauqua counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The rapid rise in water levels at the eastern end of Lake Erie will result in lakeshore flooding along the Lake Erie shore. Flooding is likely along Route 5 in Hamburg, Buffalo Harbor and Canalside, Dunkirk Harbor, and other flood prone locations. Very high wave action will also result in shoreline erosion. 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. &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 5:54 PM Nov. 26, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected this afternoon through tonight. West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 45 to 50 mph expected Thursday through Thursday night. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few isolated power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. &&
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 5:51 PM Nov. 26, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 4 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slushy and slippery road conditions and reduced visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact Thanksgiving holiday travel. Gusty winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. &&
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