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High Wind Watch 4, NWS Buffalo, NY

April 11, 20208 counties in New York

NWS Buffalo, NY issued this high wind watch at Apr 11, 2020, 4:57 AM EDT for 8 counties in New York. It took effect at Apr 13, 2020, 11:00 AM EDT. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Apr 11, 2020, 4:57 AM EDT (08:57 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 13, 2020, 11:00 AM EDT
Expired
Apr 12, 2020, 1:45 PM EDT
In force
Issued by
NWS Buffalo, NY

Counties Allegany County, NY, Cattaraugus County, NY, Cayuga County, NY, Lewis County, NY, Livingston County, NY, Ontario County, NY, Oswego County, NY, Wayne County, NY

The radar

The Binghamton radar (KBGM), 123 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:02 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Buffalo Intl Airport, NY (KBUF), launched 00:00Z, 9.0 hours before the alert went out and 128 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Buffalo Intl Airport, NY at 00:00Z on 2020-04-11Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Buffalo Intl Airport, NY at 00:00Z on 2020-04-11The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 31 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1489 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
33 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
31 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
85 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

516 
WWUS71 KBUF 110857
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
457 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

NYZ001>003-010>012-111700-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
457 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong  
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. Travel
  will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-111700-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
457 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph late
  Sunday night and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday
  evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-111700-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0003.200413T1800Z-200414T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1200Z-200414T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
457 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  Monday morning. Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70
  mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong winds
  will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. Extensive
  power outages and property damage are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-111700-
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
457 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

TMA
6 follow-up statements
837 
WWUS71 KBUF 111107
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
707 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

NYZ001>003-010>012-111915-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
707 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-111915-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
707 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  late Sunday night and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 
  mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and 
  Monday evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-111915-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1200Z-200414T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
707 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  Monday morning. Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  70 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  Extensive power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-111915-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
707 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
702 
WWUS71 KBUF 111809
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
209 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

NYZ001>003-010>012-120300-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
209 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-120300-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
209 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  late Sunday night and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 
  mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and 
  Monday evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-120300-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1200Z-200414T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
209 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  Monday morning. Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  70 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  Extensive power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-120300-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
209 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
JLA
516 
WWUS71 KBUF 120214
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1014 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

NYZ001>003-010>012-121000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
1014 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-121000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
1014 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  late Sunday night and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 
  mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and 
  Monday evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-121000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1200Z-200414T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
1014 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  70 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  Extensive power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-121000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
1014 PM EDT Sat Apr 11 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

Apffel
652 
WWUS71 KBUF 120850
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
450 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

NYZ001>003-010>012-121715-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
450 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-121715-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
450 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  late Sunday night and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 
  mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and 
  Monday evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-121715-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1200Z-200414T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
450 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  70 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  Extensive power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-121715-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
450 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Scattered power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
553 
WWUS71 KBUF 121550
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1150 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

NYZ001>003-010>012-130000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
1150 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-130000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
1150 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  late Sunday night and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 
  mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and 
  Monday evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-130000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1200Z-200414T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
1150 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  70 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  Extensive power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-130000-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
1150 AM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
JLA
863 
WWUS71 KBUF 121745
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
145 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

NYZ004>006-008-013-014-020-021-130300-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0004.200413T1500Z-200414T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1500Z-200414T0300Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Lewis-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Lowville, 
Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville
145 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 11 PM EDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Livingston, 
  Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-130300-
/O.EXT.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0600Z-200414T0300Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
145 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph late
  tonight and Monday morning. Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with
  gusts up to 65 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday 
  evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will result in downed trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages and property damage are 
  expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high 
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ007-130300-
/O.EXT.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T0900Z-200414T0300Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
145 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph late
  tonight into Monday morning, strongest along the north slope of
  the Tug Hill. Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 
  mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  Extensive power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

NYZ001>003-010>012-130300-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.200413T1400Z-200414T0600Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
145 PM EDT Sun Apr 12 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 2 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Northern Erie, Genesee, and 
  Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 2 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...This will be a dangerous situation. Very strong 
  winds will result in numerous downed trees and power lines. 
  EXTENSIVE power outages and property damage are expected. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$
JLA

The office that day

Everything else NWS Buffalo, NY issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 11, 4:24 AM EDTGale WatchBUF9 hr
Apr 11, 4:34 AM EDTLakeshore Flood WatchBUFChautauqua, Erie, Jefferson, Niagara, Oswego8 hr
Apr 11, 4:57 AM EDTHigh Wind WarningBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 10 more64 hr
Apr 11, 12:24 PM EDTLakeshore Flood WarningBUFChautauqua, Erie, Jefferson, Niagara, Oswego66 hr
Apr 11, 1:49 PM EDTGale WarningBUF63 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.