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Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 6:13 PM Dec. 19, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 6:10 PM Dec. 19, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. &&
Gale Watch
Issued: 6:03 PM Dec. 19, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 45 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EST tonight. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning. * 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. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 6:03 PM Dec. 19, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 45 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EST tonight. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning. * 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. &&
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