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Small Craft Advisory 21, NWS Buffalo, NY

February 18, 2022

NWS Buffalo, NY issued this small craft advisory at Feb 18, 2022, 1:17 PM EST. It took effect at Feb 19, 2022, 1:00 AM EST. It was in force for 24 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Feb 18, 2022, 1:17 PM EST (18:17 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 19, 2022, 1:00 AM EST
Expired
Feb 20, 2022, 1:00 AM EST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Buffalo, NY

The text

As transmitted.

790 
WHUS71 KBUF 181817
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

LOZ030-181930-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-220218T1800Z/
Lower Niagara River-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

$$

LOZ042-190300-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220219T0800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0800Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 
  10 to 13 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, 
  southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 4 to 7 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara 
  River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. 
  For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-190300-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220219T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T1000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 
  13 to 17 feet expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, west 
  winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach 
  to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 5 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday. 
  For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-190300-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0600Z-220219T1500Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 10 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds to 35 knots expected.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 10 AM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-190300-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0800Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet expected.

* WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River 
  to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-190300-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T1000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet expected.

* WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to 
  the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-190300-
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.220219T0600Z-220219T2100Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-
117 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 knots expected.

* WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
JLA
7 follow-up statements
487 
WHUS71 KBUF 190244
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

LOZ043>045-191045-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220219T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T1000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach 
  to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-191045-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220219T0800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0800Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EST
SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 10
  to 13 feet. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30
  knots and waves 3 to 5 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara 
  River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. 
  For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-191045-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0600Z-220219T1500Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 10 AM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds to 35 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 10 AM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-191045-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0800Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet.

* WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River 
  to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-191045-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T1000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet.

* WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to 
  the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ030-191045-
/O.EXA.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.220219T0600Z-220219T2100Z/
Lower Niagara River-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

* WHERE...The Lower Niagara River.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-191045-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.220219T0600Z-220219T2100Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-
944 PM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 knots.

* WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
780 
WHUS71 KBUF 190752
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
252 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

LOZ042-191600-
/O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220219T0800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0800Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
252 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 10 to 13 feet expected.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara 
  River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-191500-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220219T1500Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
252 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds to 35 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-191600-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T0800Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
252 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet expected.

* WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River 
  to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-191600-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.220219T1000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
252 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet expected.

* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from 
  Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-191600-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
252 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

* WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
809 
WHUS71 KBUF 191422
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
922 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

LEZ040-041-191800-
/O.EXT.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220219T1800Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
922 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-062-192230-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
922 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from the 
  Niagara River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-192230-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
922 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from 
  Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-192230-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
922 AM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

* WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
046 
WHUS71 KBUF 191749
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1249 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

LEZ040-041-200200-
/O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220219T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
1249 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-062-200000-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
1249 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from the 
  Niagara River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-200200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
1249 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from 
  Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-200000-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
1249 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots.

* WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
461 
WHUS71 KBUF 200000
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
700 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

LOZ042-200300-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
700 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds to 30 knots and waves 9 to 12 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara 
  River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-200100-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
700 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-200300-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.220220T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
700 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots.

* WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-200300-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
700 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds to 35 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from 
  Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-200300-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
700 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
920 
WHUS71 KBUF 200239
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
939 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

LOZ043>045-200600-
/O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
939 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds to 30 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach 
  to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-200345-
/O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
939 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-200345-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-220220T0300Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
939 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

$$

LEZ040-041-200600-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
939 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-200600-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
939 PM EST Sat Feb 19 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 7 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara 
  River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
745 
WHUS71 KBUF 200601
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

LEZ040-041-201415-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0023.220220T0601Z-220221T0600Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds to 30 knots.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to 
  Buffalo.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-201415-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0023.220220T0601Z-220221T0900Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 3 to 5 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara 
  River to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043-044-200900-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0023.220220T0601Z-220220T0900Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach 
  to Mexico Bay.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ045-201415-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-220220T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0023.220220T0601Z-220221T0900Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...South winds to 30 knots and waves 4 to 7 feet.

* WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Mexico Bay 
  to the Saint Lawrence River.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-201415-
/O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0004.220220T1800Z-220221T0200Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM EST
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds to 30 knots with frequent gales to 40
  knots and waves 5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River 
  to Hamlin Beach.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 9 PM EST this evening.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-201415-
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0023.220220T1500Z-220221T0300Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-
101 AM EST Sun Feb 20 2022

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 knots expected.

* WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor.

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

* IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions 
  that could capsize or damage small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this small craft advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Buffalo, NY wrote its last area forecast discussion before this small craft advisory went out at Feb 18, 9:09 AM EST, 4 hours 8 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 18, 9:09 AM EST, 4 hours 8 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
909 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

.SYNOPSIS...
Runoff from rain and snowmelt yesterday will continue to produce
flooding through the day even as temperatures remain well below
freezing. Snow will taper off this morning, but the combination of
snow, ice, and rapidly falling temperatures last night will continue
to result in hazardous travel through mid morning. Low pressure will
pass by to the north of the region Saturday, producing gusty winds,
a few bursts of snow, and blowing snow. Lake effect snow east of
Lake Ontario may produce locally heavy accumulations across the Tug
Hill Plateau.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH SATURDAY/...
Snow across the region starting to fade away as shortwave trough and
sfc low shift east across New England. Cloud tops really warming in
last hour over western NY and this is manifesting itself on radar
with intensities coming down quickly. Snow much more widespread and
more intense crossing east of Lake Ontario right now though. Overall
expect snow to decrease from west to east rest of the morning. A
couple more inches of snow could occur east of Lake Ontario before
snow tapers off to lake snow showers southeast of the lakes this
afternoon. A brief period of lake enhancement and upslope flow will
also keep snow going through midday for the Chautauqua Ridge before
ending this afternoon. Thus far snow amounts topping out in the 2-3
inch range per most reports received thus far. Combination of snow
on top of icy layer and temperatures well below freezing will
continue to result in hazardous travel through mid morning. Will let
all winter headlines expire at 9 AM.

Most areas will be dry by mid afternoon, with the exception of the
southeast corner of Lake Ontario where limited lake effect snow will
continue through early evening.

Our attention then turns to a rather potent clipper system, which
will move from the Upper Great Lakes this evening to the Ottawa
Valley by Saturday, with a trailing cold front crossing the eastern
Great Lakes early Saturday morning. The clipper cold front will
produce a burst of snow showers and possibly snow squalls with its
passage. The clipper cold front will become lake enhanced northeast
and east of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, producing a few inches of
accumulation across Western NY and the eastern Lake Ontario region
late tonight and early Saturday.

Cold air will quickly deepen behind the cold front, with lake
induced equilibrium levels rising to around 10K feet over Lake
Ontario with favorably deep cold air and moisture. The latest model
guidance holds flow westerly over Lake Ontario for roughly 6 hours
on Saturday. Given the favorable thermodynamics and convergence down
the long axis of Lake Ontario, expect a band of heavy lake effect
snow to develop. The band will briefly cross Jefferson County
including Watertown in the morning, then focus on the central Tug
Hill from mid to late morning through late afternoon before moving
south across Oswego County and weakening by early evening. CIPS
analogs, pattern recognition, and high-res guidance suggests the
potential for warning criteria snow amounts on the Tug Hill
Saturday. With this in mind, a Winter Storm Watch for lake effect
snow has been issued east of Lake Ontario.

The clipper will also produce strong wind gusts Saturday. Winds will
peak near the cold frontal passage over and northeast of Lake Erie
Saturday morning, with gusts of 45+ knots possible. Forecast
soundings show enough wind aloft to potentially support a brief
period of low end warning criteria gusts across Western NY, but the
fact that the low begins to fill as it passes our longitude suggests
an advisory event. Regardless, it will be very windy and the
combination of a few inches of snow and strong winds will produce
extensive blowing snow. It will stay windy through the afternoon,
but gusts will come down to around 35 knots or so areawide.

&&

.SHORT TERM /SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY NIGHT/...
Saturday night...lingering lake snows will focus southeast of the
lakes with winds still out of the west-northwest. Lake snows will
weaken through the night on Saturday and slowly shift to the north
(Lake Ontario), or completely scatter out (Lake Erie). While 850H
temps remain plenty cold enough for a lake response, an incoming
ridge will begin to lower earlier, more favorable equilibrium
heights. As any remaining lake snows shift north early Sunday
morning over Lake Ontario, there may be a brief uptick in the snow
as winds briefly align down the center of the lake. Could see some
accumulations but will be on the light side for counties along the
south shore of Lake Ontario. Otherwise...outside of the residual
lake snow it will be a largely dry night as sfc high over the Ohio
Valley influences the Lower Lakes. Should be the coldest night of
this period...lows in the low teens to below zero in spots. Winds
fall off quickly in the evening and then become light...so it
appears there will not be any wind chill issues.

Sunday...sfc high pressure drifts east but will likely maintain dry
weather as it becomes positioned along the Mid-Atlantic. As this
occurs...southwest flow picks up with moderating temps cross the
region. Daytime highs pushing into the 30s to low 40s.

Sunday night...a weakening front will approach the Lower Lakes from
the north. Not much moisture with it...but we could still see some
flurries with it across the North Country.

Monday through Monday night...the front stalls but will maintain
overall low end chance POPs for the potential of some rain or snow
showers.

&&

.LONG TERM /TUESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/...
A robust storm system originating in the southern branch of a split
flow will highlight this time frame. While the resulting pcpn will
be largely in the form of rain...a half to as much as an inch of
rain on Tuesday will aggravate lingering high flows on area
tributaries.

The pcpn may start as a mix of wet snow and rain on the onset
Tuesday morning...then strong waa ahead of the sfc low over the
Upper Mid West will prompt H85 temps to surge to +6c or so. This
will support that all of the steady pcpn during the midday and
afternoon to be in liquid form...with only the Thousand Islands
region possibly hanging on to a mix.

The sfc low will pass over/close to the region Tuesday night. While
the heaviest/steadiest pcpn will be done at that point...lingering
light pcpn can be expected with pops lowering during the course of
the night.

Strong cold advection in the wake of the exiting system will result
in near steady...if not falling temps...on Wednesday with a
notably colder night Wednesday night. While the vast majority of
this 24 hour will be pcpn free...some lake snows are anticipated on
a veering 290-320 flow.

Thursday will then be characterized by mainly fair cold weather as
ridging at all levels will build east from the Upper Great Lakes.

&&

.AVIATION /14Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Conditions improving over Western NY as widespread snow diminishes.
Expect widespread IFR/LIFR to continue through mid morning east
of Lake Ontario. Limited lake effect snow will linger southeast
of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario rest of today with local IFR.
Outside of lake effect though, any IFR this morning will improve
to MVFR/VFR as CIGS gradually improve.

Any lake effect southeast of Lake Ontario near KFZY late this
afternoon will end this evening, with VFR otherwise prevailing most
of tonight. A clipper system will pass north of the area late
tonight and Saturday, bringing increasing winds late tonight and
snow showers toward Saturday morning with IFR developing late.

Outlook...

Saturday...Snow showers and lake effect snow east of the lakes with
areas of IFR. Very windy with blowing snow.
Sunday and Monday...Mainly VFR.
Tuesday...MVFR/IFR possible. Rain.

&&

.MARINE...
Northerly winds will continue to produce Small Craft Advisory
conditions today on Lake Ontario and Lake Erie before diminishing
later this afternoon and evening.

A potent clipper will move from the Upper Great Lakes tonight to the
Ottawa Valley Saturday, with the trailing cold front crossing the
eastern Great Lakes early Saturday morning. This system will bring a
period of gales to Lake Erie and Lake Ontario late tonight through
Saturday.

&&

.HYDROLOGY...
...FLOODING ONGOING ACROSS WESTERN NY...

A Flood Watch remains in effect for the entire region today
for ongoing multiple flood risks.

Widespread rain yesterday and last night combined with warm
temperatures and extensive snowmelt will continue to result in
high water and flooding in small streams, larger rivers, and
poor drainage areas today, even as temperatures fall well below
freezing. The small stream and poor drainage flooding will
improve through the afternoon as colder temperatures end runoff,
but larger rivers will take longer to recede.

Flooding is ongoing across far western NY with the latest RFC
forecasts suggest many of the larger rivers in Western NY will
reach or exceed flood stage, including all the Buffalo area
creeks, Tonawanda Creek, Cattaraugus Creek, the upper Genesee,
upper Allegheny, and Black Creek. Flood warnings are in effect
for most of these locations.

Ice jams have also produced some additional localized flooding
on the Buffalo area creeks, and ice jams have been noted on a
few smaller creeks across Western NY as well. High flows will
continue to break up and move ice through today, with additional
ice jam flooding issues possible in susceptible areas.

&&

.BUF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NY...Flood Watch until 7 PM EST this evening for NYZ001>008-010>014-
     019>021-085.
     Winter Storm Watch from Saturday morning through Saturday
     evening for NYZ006>008.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 10 AM EST this morning for LEZ040-
         041.
         Gale Warning from 1 AM to 10 AM EST Saturday for LEZ040-
         041.
         Small Craft Advisory until 1 PM EST this afternoon
         for LOZ030.
         Small Craft Advisory until 10 PM EST this evening for
         LOZ043>045.
         Gale Warning from 5 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday for
         LOZ043>045-063>065.
         Small Craft Advisory until 7 PM EST this evening for
         LOZ042.
         Gale Warning from 3 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday for LOZ042-062.

&&

SYNOPSIS...Hitchcock/TMA
NEAR TERM...Hitchcock/JLA
SHORT TERM...AR/SW
LONG TERM...RSH
AVIATION...Hitchcock/JLA
MARINE...Hitchcock
HYDROLOGY...Hitchcock/JLA
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 18, 3:46 AM EST, 9 hours 31 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

NYZ001-002-190900-
Niagara-Orleans-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western New York.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Flood Watch.
   Winter Storm Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Low pressure passing just north of the region will produce strong
wind gusts over 50 mph late tonight and Saturday morning. A few
inches of snow is also possible, along with extensive blowing and
drifting snow.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

NYZ003-010>012-019-020-085-190900-
Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Southern Erie-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western New York.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Flood Watch.
   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Low pressure passing just north of the region will produce strong
wind gusts over 50 mph late tonight and Saturday morning. A few
inches of snow is also possible, along with extensive blowing and
drifting snow.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

NYZ006>008-190900-
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central New York.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Flood Watch.
   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

NYZ004-005-013-014-021-190900-
Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-Allegany-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western and north
central New York.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Flood Watch.
   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LEZ020-LOZ030-190900-
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Erie and Lake
Ontario.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LOZ042-062-190900-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Ontario.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LOZ043>045-063>065-190900-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Ontario.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LEZ040-041-190900-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 10 AM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Erie.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

SLZ022-024-190900-
Saint Lawrence River from Cape Vincent to Ogdensburg-
Saint Lawrence River from Ogdensburg to Saint Regis-
346 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the New York waters of the
Saint Lawrence River.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
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Local storm report, Feb 18, 9:32 AM EST, 3 hours 45 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY
932 AM EST FRI FEB 18 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0900 AM     SNOW             2 SW FORESTVILLE        42.45N 79.20W
02/18/2022  M7.0 INCH        CHAUTAUQUA         NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-CQ-6 FORESTVILLE 2.1 SW.

0700 AM     SNOW             MAYVILLE                42.25N 79.50W
02/18/2022  M6.0 INCH        CHAUTAUQUA         NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-CQ-41 MAYVILLE 0.2 ESE.

0700 AM     SNOW             1 NE LOCKPORT           43.18N 78.68W
02/18/2022  M5.7 INCH        NIAGARA            NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-NG-12 LOCKPORT 0.8 NE.

0600 AM     SNOW             1 SSE DEWITTVILLE       42.23N 79.44W
02/18/2022  M5.5 INCH        CHAUTAUQUA         NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-CQ-42 DEWITTVILLE 1.0
            SSE.

0815 AM     SNOW             2 NW SOUTH WALES        42.73N 78.61W
02/18/2022  M5.3 INCH        ERIE               NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-ER-158 EAST AURORA 2.7
            SSE.

0700 AM     SNOW             1 SSE EDEN              42.63N 78.89W
02/18/2022  M5.0 INCH        ERIE               NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-ER-150 EDEN 1.4 SSE.

0700 AM     SNOW             2 ESE LOCKPORT          43.15N 78.65W
02/18/2022  M4.7 INCH        NIAGARA            NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-NG-30 LOCKPORT 2.5 ESE.

0700 AM     SNOW             1 NW KENMORE            42.97N 78.88W
02/18/2022  M4.6 INCH        ERIE               NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-ER-57 KENMORE 0.8 NW.

0700 AM     SNOW             2 ESE ELMA CENTER       42.81N 78.60W
02/18/2022  M4.5 INCH        ERIE               NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-ER-138 EAST AURORA 3.4
            NNE.

0800 AM     SNOW             3 E EAST PEMBROKE       42.99N 78.25W
02/18/2022  M4.5 INCH        GENESEE            NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-GN-13 BATAVIA 3.4 WSW.

0730 AM     SNOW             EAST AURORA             42.77N 78.62W
02/18/2022  M4.2 INCH        ERIE               NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-ER-50 EAST AURORA 0.1
            ENE.

0700 AM     SNOW             1 SE CAMBRIA CENTER     43.17N 78.82W
02/18/2022  M4.1 INCH        NIAGARA            NY   CO-OP OBSERVER

            CO-OP OBSERVER STATION SBNN6 SANBORN 4NE.

0700 AM     SNOW             3 ENE WEST SENECA       42.85N 78.70W
02/18/2022  M4.0 INCH        ERIE               NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-ER-219 WEST SENECA 2.8
            ENE.

0800 AM     SNOW             2 NE STAFFORD           43.00N 78.05W
02/18/2022  M3.9 INCH        GENESEE            NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-GN-6 STAFFORD 1.8 NE.

0700 AM     SNOW             2 W CAMBRIA CENTER      43.18N 78.86W
02/18/2022  M3.8 INCH        NIAGARA            NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-NG-47 SANBORN 3.0 NNE.

0700 AM     SNOW             2 SSE NORTH TONAWANDA   43.02N 78.85W
02/18/2022  M3.5 INCH        NIAGARA            NY   CO-OP OBSERVER

            CO-OP OBSERVER STATION NTON6 NORTH
            TONAWANDA.

0800 AM     SNOW             1 ENE MEDINA            43.22N 78.38W
02/18/2022  M3.5 INCH        ORLEANS            NY   CO-OP OBSERVER

            CO-OP OBSERVER STATION MEDN6 MEDINA.

&&
Local storm report, Feb 18, 10:04 AM EST, 3 hours 13 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY
1004 AM EST FRI FEB 18 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0817 AM     SNOW             WATERTOWN               43.97N 75.91W
02/18/2022  M4.8 INCH        JEFFERSON          NY   TRAINED SPOTTER

&&
Local storm report, Feb 18, 10:38 AM EST, 2 hours 39 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY
1038 AM EST FRI FEB 18 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1000 AM     SNOW             PERRYSBURG              42.46N 79.00W
02/18/2022  M8.3 INCH        CATTARAUGUS        NY   CO-OP OBSERVER

0946 AM     SNOW             2 ENE KENMORE           42.97N 78.84W
02/18/2022  M4.0 INCH        ERIE               NY   TRAINED SPOTTER

0850 AM     SNOW             PENFIELD                43.13N 77.46W
02/18/2022  M3.5 INCH        MONROE             NY   PUBLIC

            SNOW DEPTH 9 INCHES.

&&
Local storm report, Feb 18, 11:03 AM EST, 2 hours 14 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY
1103 AM EST FRI FEB 18 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0900 AM     SNOW             1 WNW BROCKPORT         43.22N 77.95W
02/18/2022  M5.0 INCH        MONROE             NY   CO-OP OBSERVER

            CO-OP OBSERVER STATION BRKN6 BROCKPORT.

0730 AM     SNOW             1 W COLDEN              42.65N 78.71W
02/18/2022  M4.5 INCH        ERIE               NY   CO-OP OBSERVER

            CO-OP OBSERVER STATION CODN6 COLDEN 1W.

0845 AM     SNOW             3 WNW LOCKPORT          43.19N 78.74W
02/18/2022  M4.5 INCH        NIAGARA            NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-NG-27 LOCKPORT 2.8 WNW.

&&
Local storm report, Feb 18, 11:29 AM EST, 1 hour 48 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY
1129 AM EST FRI FEB 18 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1124 AM     SNOW             2 SW CATO               43.15N 76.60W
02/18/2022  M5.0 INCH        CAYUGA             NY   TRAINED SPOTTER

&&
Local storm report, Feb 18, 11:59 AM EST, 1 hour 18 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY
1159 AM EST FRI FEB 18 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1000 AM     SNOW             4 N CHURCHVILLE         43.15N 77.88W
02/18/2022  M5.0 INCH        MONROE             NY   COCORAHS

            COCORAHS STATION NY-MR-57 CHURCHVILLE 3.5 N.

&&

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 17, 11:41 PM ESTAreal Flood WarningBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario and 1 more20 hr
Feb 18, 12:30 AM ESTRiver Flood WarningBUFGenesee, Wyoming5 hr
Feb 18, 3:36 AM ESTWinter Storm WatchBUFJefferson, Lewis, Oswego11 hr
Feb 18, 3:39 AM ESTGale WarningBUF42 hr
Feb 18, 5:50 AM ESTRiver Flood WarningBUFErie, Niagara5 days
Feb 18, 9:25 AM ESTSpecial Weather StatementBUFCattaraugus, Erie, Niagara65 min
Feb 18, 9:45 AM ESTAreal Flood WarningBUFLewis28 hr
Feb 18, 1:59 PM ESTWind AdvisoryBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 9 more31 hr
Feb 18, 2:30 PM ESTLakeshore Flood WatchBUFChautauqua, Erie, Jefferson, Oswego12 hr
Feb 18, 2:43 PM ESTLake Effect Snow WarningBUFJefferson, Lewis, Oswego27 hr

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