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High Wind Watch 2, NWS Buffalo, NY

December 3, 20219 counties in New York

NWS Buffalo, NY issued this high wind watch at Dec 3, 2021, 2:27 PM EST for 9 counties in New York. It took effect at Dec 5, 2021, 7:00 PM EST. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 3, 2021, 2:27 PM EST (19:27 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 5, 2021, 7:00 PM EST
Expired
Dec 5, 2021, 12:40 PM EST
In force
Issued by
NWS Buffalo, NY

Counties Chautauqua County, NY, Erie County, NY, Genesee County, NY, Jefferson County, NY, Lewis County, NY, Monroe County, NY, Niagara County, NY, Orleans County, NY, Wyoming County, NY

The radar

The Buffalo radar (KBUF), 75 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 19:25 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 12:00Z, 7.5 hours before the alert went out and 73 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 12:00Z on 2021-12-03Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 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 12:00Z on 2021-12-03The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 45 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156175Sfc1 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
790 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
84 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
45 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
135 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

967 
WWUS71 KBUF 031927
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
227 PM EST Fri Dec 3 2021

NYZ019-040330-
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-
Including the city of Jamestown
227 PM EST Fri Dec 3 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible
  Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60
  mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua county.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001-002-010-011-085-040330-
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, Batavia, 
Orchard Park, and Springville
227 PM EST Fri Dec 3 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  possible. The strongest winds are expected from mid morning
  through late afternoon.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Erie, and Genesee counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* 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
8 follow-up statements
639 
WWUS71 KBUF 040229
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
929 PM EST Fri Dec 3 2021

NYZ019-041030-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-
Including the city of Jamestown
929 PM EST Fri Dec 3 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible
  Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 
  mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua county.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001-002-010-011-085-041030-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, Batavia, 
Orchard Park, and Springville
929 PM EST Fri Dec 3 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible. The strongest winds are expected from mid morning 
  through late afternoon.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Erie, and Genesee counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
351 
WWUS71 KBUF 040831
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
331 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

NYZ007-041700-
/O.EXB.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
331 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE
MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 60 mph possible Monday and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ003-012-041700-
/O.EXA.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Monroe-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Rochester and Warsaw
331 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  possible. The strongest winds are expected from late morning
  through Monday afternoon.

* WHERE...Monroe and Wyoming counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ085-041700-
/O.EXT.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Orchard Park and Springville
331 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 60 mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Southern Erie county.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ019-041700-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-
Including the city of Jamestown
331 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 60 mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua county.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001-002-010-011-041700-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, 
and Batavia
331 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible. The strongest winds are expected from late morning
  through Monday afternoon.

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

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

Apffel
407 
WWUS71 KBUF 041430
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
930 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

NYZ019-085-042230-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
930 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 60 mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties. Strongest winds
  expected near Lake Erie.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001>003-010>012-042230-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
930 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible. The strongest winds are expected from late morning 
  through Monday afternoon.

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

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ007-042230-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
930 AM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

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

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 60 mph possible Monday and Monday night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
152 
WWUS71 KBUF 041739
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1239 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

NYZ008-050145-
/O.EXA.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Lewis-
Including the city of Lowville
1239 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE
MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible
  Sunday night through Monday morning. Southwest winds 20 to 30
  mph with gusts over 50 mph possible Monday afternoon and Monday
  evening.

* WHERE...Lewis county. Strongest winds from the Black River
  Valley to near Fort Drum and along the north slope of the Tug
  Hill Plateau.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ019-085-050145-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
1239 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible
  Sunday night. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 50
  mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties. Strongest winds
  near Lake Erie.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001>003-010>012-050145-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
1239 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 50 mph 
  possible.

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

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ007-050145-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
1239 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible
  Sunday night through Monday morning. Southwest winds 20 to 30
  mph with gusts over 50 mph possible Monday and Monday evening.

* WHERE...Jefferson county. Strongest winds from the Black River
  Valley to near Fort Drum and along the north slope of the Tug
  Hill Plateau.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
511 
WWUS71 KBUF 042042
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
342 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

NYZ019-085-050445-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
342 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 
  over 50 mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties. Strongest winds 
  near Lake Erie.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001>003-010>012-050445-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
342 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 50 mph 
  possible.

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

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ007-008-050445-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville
342 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible Sunday night through Monday morning. Southwest winds 
  20 to 30 mph with gusts over 50 mph possible Monday and Monday 
  evening.

* WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis counties.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$
364 
WWUS71 KBUF 050314
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1014 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

NYZ019-085-051100-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
1014 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  possible Sunday night. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts
  over 50 mph possible Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines 
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ001>003-010>012-051100-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
1014 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts over 50 mph 
  possible.

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

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ007-008-051100-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville
1014 PM EST Sat Dec 4 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible
  Sunday night through Monday morning. Southwest winds 20 to 30
  mph with gusts over 50 mph possible Monday and Monday evening.

* WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis counties.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines
  and result in some property damage. 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.

&&

$$
970 
WWUS71 KBUF 050833
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

NYZ019-085-051700-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0100Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph tonight.
  Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 55 mph during 
  Monday.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Strong southeasterly
  winds will impact Interstate 90 between Ripley and Angola
  tonight. 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.

&&

$$

NYZ007-051700-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM
EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...South to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 
  60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Jefferson county.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages 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.

&&

$$

NYZ008-051700-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0002.211206T0300Z-211206T1500Z/
Lewis-
Including the city of Lowville
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM
EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Lewis county.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages 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.

&&

$$

NYZ013-014-020-021-051700-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0011.211206T0300Z-211207T0000Z/
Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-
Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, 
and Wellsville
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany 
  counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  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.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-051700-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0011.211206T1500Z-211207T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, and Oswego
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Oswego counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  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.

&&

$$

NYZ001>003-010>012-051700-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
333 AM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

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

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

* WHEN...From Monday morning through Monday evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

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089 
WWUS71 KBUF 051740
NPWBUF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

NYZ019-085-060145-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0002.211206T0000Z-211207T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 PM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected
  tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  expected Monday afternoon and early evening.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties. Strongest winds
  tonight will be close to the Lake Erie shore and near north
  facing slopes.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Strong cross-winds will 
  impact Interstate 90 between Ripley and Angola tonight.

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.

&&

$$

NYZ007-060145-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0002.211206T0300Z-211207T0600Z/
Jefferson-
Including the city of Watertown
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected
  tonight and early Monday morning. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph
  with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected Monday afternoon and Monday
  night.

* WHERE...Jefferson county. Strongest winds tonight through early
  Monday morning will be near the north slopes of the Tug Hill
  Plateau. 

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages 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.

&&

$$

NYZ008-060145-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0002.211206T0300Z-211206T1500Z/
Lewis-
Including the city of Lowville
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Lewis county. Strongest winds will be near the north
  slopes of the Tug Hill Plateau and in the Black River Valley.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages 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>012-060145-
/O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0002.211206T1300Z-211207T0100Z/
/O.EXB.KBUF.WI.Y.0011.211206T0300Z-211207T0300Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, 
Buffalo, Batavia, and Warsaw
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM EST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph south of
  the Thruway tonight. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of
  50 to 55 mph expected Monday afternoon and evening.

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

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM EST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

NYZ013-014-020-021-060145-
/O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0011.211206T0300Z-211207T0000Z/
Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-
Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, 
and Wellsville
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 PM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected
  tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 50 mph
  expected Monday afternoon and early evening.

* WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany 
  counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could 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.

&&

$$

NYZ004>006-060145-
/O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0011.211206T1500Z-211207T0600Z/
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-
Including the cities of Newark, Fair Haven, and Oswego
1240 PM EST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Oswego counties. Strongest
  wind gusts near Lake Ontario.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  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.

&&

$$

Hitchcock

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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.