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Lake Effect Snow Warning 7, NWS Buffalo, NY

December 10, 20248 counties in New York

NWS Buffalo, NY issued this lake effect snow warning at Dec 10, 2024, 12:31 PM EST for 8 counties in New York. It took effect at Dec 11, 2024, 4:00 PM EST. It was in force for 51 hr. 60 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Dec 10, 2024, 12:31 PM EST (17:31 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 11, 2024, 4:00 PM EST
Expired
Dec 13, 2024, 7:00 PM EST
In force
51 hr
Issued by
NWS Buffalo, NY

Counties Cattaraugus County, NY, Chautauqua County, NY, Erie County, NY, Genesee County, NY, Jefferson County, NY, Lewis County, NY, Oswego County, NY, Wyoming County, NY

The radar

The Buffalo radar (KBUF), 91 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 17:29 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 12, 3:30 AM ESTSNOW 6.51 Nnw Hamburg, NYMeasured at I-90 exit 57.
Dec 12, 4:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.22 Nw West Seneca, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-135 West Seneca 1.5 NW.
Dec 12, 5:00 AM ESTSNOW 42 W Pembroke, NY
Dec 12, 5:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.91 Wnw Fredonia, NYCocorahs station NY-CQ-22 Fredonia 0.8 WNW.
Dec 12, 5:30 AM ESTSNOW 5.41 Sse Lancaster, NY
Dec 12, 5:30 AM ESTSNOW 8.42 Ne Stafford, NYCocorahs station NY-GN-6 Stafford 1.8 NE.
Dec 12, 5:30 AM ESTSNOW 13Hamburg, NY
Dec 12, 5:45 AM ESTSNOW 132 Nnw Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-253 Hamburg 1.9 NNW.
Dec 12, 6:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.7Cassadaga, NY
Dec 12, 6:00 AM ESTSNOW 45 W Constableville, NYCO-OP Observer station HGHN6 Highmarket 2W.
Dec 12, 6:00 AM ESTSNOW 14Orchard Park, NY
Dec 12, 6:00 AM ESTSNOW 14.75 Nw Varysburg, NYCO-OP Observer station ATAN6 Attica 7SW.
Dec 12, 6:30 AM ESTSNOW 91 Sse Lake Erie Beach, NY8 to 10 inches of snow in the town of Evans. Whiteout conditions at 630 am.
Dec 12, 6:45 AM ESTSNOW 71 Ene Batavia, NY
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4West Carthage, NYCocorahs station NY-JF-30 West Carthage 0.3 ENE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.45 Nw Gainesville, NYCO-OP Observer station WRSN6 Warsaw 6SW.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 61 S Dunkirk, NYCO-OP Observer station DKKN6 Dunkirk 1S.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 61 Se Glenwood, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-194 Glenwood 1.0 SE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 73 Ene West Seneca, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-219 West Seneca 2.8 ENE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 7.71 Wnw Colden, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-166 Boston 2.5 NE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 93 W Wyoming, NYCO-OP Observer station WYON6 Wyoming 3W.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 102 Se East Aurora, NYCO-OP Observer station WLSN6 Wales.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 10.53 W Warsaw, NYCO-OP Observer station WSWN6 Warsaw 4W.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 11.52 Nw South Wales, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-158 East Aurora 2.7 SSE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 11.53 Wnw Alexander, NYCocorahs station NY-GN-28 Alexander 2.7 WNW.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 11.81 Sse Eden, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-150 Eden 1.4 SSE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 12East Aurora, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-50 East Aurora 0.1 ENE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 12.22 Se Elma Center, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-261 Elma Center 1.8 SE.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 12.5Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-39 Hamburg 0.4 WSW.
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 152 Sse Elma Center, NY
Dec 12, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 221 E East Aurora, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-66 East Aurora 1.0 ESE.
Dec 12, 7:30 AM ESTSNOW 6Corfu, NY
Dec 12, 7:30 AM ESTSNOW 7.51 Wnw Alden, NY
Dec 12, 7:30 AM ESTSNOW 8.22 E Stafford, NY
Dec 12, 7:30 AM ESTSNOW 91 W Colden, NYCO-OP Observer station CODN6 Colden 1W.
Dec 12, 7:33 AM ESTSNOW 10.52 N Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-189 Hamburg 2.0 N.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 41 Sse Millgrove, NY
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 62 Se Glenwood, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-63 Glenwood 1.5 SE.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 73 E East Pembroke, NYCocorahs station NY-GN-13 Batavia 3.4 WSW.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 7.52 E West Seneca, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-264 West Seneca 2.5 E.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 8.71 Ese Le Roy, NYCO-OP Observer station LERN6 Le Roy 1E.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 9.51 E Silver Creek, NYCocorahs station NY-CQ-51 Silver Creek 0.7 E.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 10.53 Ne Glenwood, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-77 Colden 2.4 ENE.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 11.65 W Hamburg, NYCO-OP Observer station LKVN6 Lake View 1NE.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 14.31 Nne Angola, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-208 Angola.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 14.85 Nnw Eden, NYPoor visibility.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 16.52 Nnw Hamburg, NYSnowfall rate of 3 inches per hour observed at the present time.
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 17Elma Center, NY
Dec 12, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 191 Sw Orchard Park, NY
Dec 12, 8:10 AM ESTSNOW 5.34 Nw Copenhagen, NY
Dec 12, 8:15 AM ESTSNOW 164 Nw Eden, NY
Dec 12, 9:00 AM ESTSNOW 19Attica, NY
Dec 12, 9:15 AM ESTSNOW 24Orchard Park, NYSnowfall rates 3+ inches per hour.
Dec 12, 9:30 AM ESTSNOW 225 W Hamburg, NYSnowfall rates of 3 to 4 inches per hour.
Dec 12, 9:45 AM ESTSNOW 284 Nw Eden, NY12 inches in the past 2 hours.
Dec 12, 10:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.8Perrysburg, NY
Dec 12, 10:00 AM ESTSNOW 6.2Lancaster, NY
Dec 12, 10:00 AM ESTSNOW 181 Ese East Aurora, NY
Dec 12, 10:00 AM ESTSNOW 21East Aurora, NY
Dec 12, 10:00 AM ESTSNOW 28.62 Nnw Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-253 Hamburg 1.9 NNW.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Buffalo Intl Airport, NY (KBUF), launched 12:00Z, 5.5 hours before the alert went out and 88 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 2024-12-10Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°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 2024-12-10The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 11 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156175194214Sfc1 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
782 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
105 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
11 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
245 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

690 
WWUS41 KBUF 101731
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1231 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

NYZ010-011-110145-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0010.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1231 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 PM 
EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting 
  snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest snow 
  amounts are expected from the nearby Buffalo Southtowns, eastern 
  suburbs, possibly South Buffalo, Lackawanna, and southern Genesee 
  County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Wednesday to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could 
  impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-110145-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0010.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
1231 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 PM 
EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across central and 
  southern Erie County, western Wyoming County, western Chautauqua 
  County, and far northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Wednesday evening, Thursday morning, and Thursday 
  evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-110145-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0010.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1231 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 PM 
EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The heaviest 
  accumulations are expected across far northern Oswego County, the 
  southern half of Jefferson County, and the northern half of Lewis 
  County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Wednesday to 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Wednesday evening, Thursday morning, and Thursday 
  evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-110145-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
1231 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow amounts will fall in 
  a narrow band across the central or northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Wednesday to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
15 follow-up statements
729 
WWUS41 KBUF 110039
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
739 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

NYZ012-019-020-085-111045-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
739 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 
1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across central and 
  southern Erie County, western portions of Wyoming and Chautauqua 
  Counties, and far northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Wednesday evening, Thursday morning, and Thursday 
  evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-111045-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
739 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 
7 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The most significant 
  accumulations are forecast across far northern Oswego County, the 
  southern half of Jefferson County, and the northern half of Lewis 
  County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Wednesday to 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Wednesday evening, Thursday morning, and Thursday 
  evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-111045-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
739 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY 
TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting 
  snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest snow 
  amounts are forecast to be from the nearby Buffalo Southtowns, the 
  eastern suburbs, and possibly South Buffalo, Lackawanna, and 
  southern Genesee county.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Wednesday to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could 
  impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-111045-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
739 PM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 
4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow amounts will fall in 
  a narrow band across the central or northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Wednesday to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

RSH
355 
WWUS41 KBUF 110918
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
418 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

NYZ012-019-020-085-111730-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
418 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 45 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-111730-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
418 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-111730-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
418 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS 
EVENING TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting 
  as high as 45 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting 
  snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning 
  and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-111730-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
418 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  evening commute tonight and the Thursday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

TMA
656 
WWUS41 KBUF 111441
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
941 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

NYZ012-019-020-085-112245-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
941 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across central and 
  southern Erie County, western Wyoming County, western Chautauqua 
  County, and far northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-112245-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
941 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The heaviest snow is 
  expected across the southern half of Jefferson County, central and 
  northern Lewis County, and far northern Oswego County.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-112245-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
941 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS 
EVENING TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting 
  snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest snow 
  accumulations are expected to be in the nearby Buffalo Southtowns, 
  possibly South Buffalo, Lackawanna, and far southern Genesee 
  County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning 
  and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-112245-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
941 AM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow amounts will fall in 
  a narrow band across the central or northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  evening commute tonight and the Thursday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
433 
WWUS41 KBUF 111742
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1242 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

NYZ012-019-020-085-120400-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
1242 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across central and 
  southern Erie County, western Wyoming County, western Chautauqua 
  County, and far northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-120400-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1242 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The heaviest snow is 
  expected across central and southern Jefferson County, central and 
  northern Lewis County, and far northern Oswego County.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-120400-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1242 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS 
EVENING TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 
  to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The heaviest snow is 
  expected just south of Buffalo and far southern Genesee County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning 
  and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ014-120400-
/O.EXB.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241213T0000Z-241214T0900Z/
Ontario-
Including the cities of Canandaigua
1242 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 4 AM EST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 
  6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Ontario County. The greatest snow amounts are expected to 
  fall in a narrow band across the western portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 4 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-120400-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
1242 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow amounts will fall in 
  a narrow band across the central or northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning and evening  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
345 
WWUS41 KBUF 111931
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
231 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

NYZ012-019-020-085-120345-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241211T2100Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
231 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across central and 
  southern Erie County, western Wyoming County, western Chautauqua, 
  and far northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-120345-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
231 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The heaviest snow is 
  expected across central and southern Jefferson County, central and 
  northern Lewis County, and far northern Oswego County.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-120345-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
231 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS 
EVENING TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 
  to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The heaviest snow is 
  expected just south of Buffalo and across far southern Genesee 
  County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning 
  and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ014-120345-
/O.EXT.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Ontario-
Including the cities of Canandaigua
231 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 
AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 
  6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Ontario County. The greatest snow amounts are expected to 
  fall in a narrow band across the western portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-120345-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.241212T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
231 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING 
TO 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow amounts will fall in 
  a narrow band across the central or northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning and evening  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
328 
WWUS41 KBUF 120248
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
948 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

NYZ006>008-121100-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
948 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The heaviest snow is 
  forecast across central and southern Jefferson County, central and 
  northern Lewis County, and far northern Oswego County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning, 
  and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-121100-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
948 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across southern Erie 
  County, western Wyoming County, western Chautauqua County, and far 
  northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  tonight, the Thursday morning, and Thursday evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-121100-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.241212T0300Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
948 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 
  to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The heaviest snow is 
  expected just south of Buffalo and across far southern Genesee 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning 
  and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-121100-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
948 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow amounts will fall in 
  a narrow band across the central or northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning and evening  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ014-121100-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Ontario-
Including the cities of Canandaigua
948 PM EST Wed Dec 11 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 
  6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Ontario County. The greatest snow amounts are expected to 
  fall in a narrow band across the western portion of the county.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

RSH
180 
WWUS41 KBUF 121051
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
551 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

NYZ006>008-121900-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
551 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and 
  evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-121900-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
551 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 
  to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and 
  evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-121900-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
551 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and 
  evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-121900-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
551 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  morning and evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ014-121900-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Ontario-
Including the cities of Canandaigua
551 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 
  6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Ontario County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  morning and evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

SJW
490 
WWUS41 KBUF 121222
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

NYZ006>008-122030-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The heaviest snow will be 
  across central and southern Jefferson County, central and northern 
  Lewis County, and far northern Oswego County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and 
  evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-122030-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting 
  snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The heaviest snow is 
  expected just south of Buffalo and across the southern half of 
  Genesee County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and 
  evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-122030-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 
  to 3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties. The heaviest snow is expected across southern and 
  central Erie County, western Wyoming County, western Chautauqua 
  County, and far northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and 
  evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ003-122030-
/O.EXB.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241212T2100Z/
Monroe-
Including the cities of Rochester
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Monroe County.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. 
  Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility at times. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-122030-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 4 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County. The greatest snow accumulations are 
  expected over the central and northern portion of the county.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  morning and evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ014-122030-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Ontario-
Including the cities of Canandaigua
722 AM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 4 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Ontario County. The greatest snow accumulations are 
  expected over the western portion of the county.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  morning and evening commutes today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
168 
WWUS41 KBUF 121746
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

NYZ003-121900-
/O.CAN.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241212T2100Z/
Monroe-
Including the cities of Rochester
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Lake effect snow has moved mainly south of Monroe County, therefore 
the Winter Weather Advisory has been cancelled.

$$

NYZ006>008-130200-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 
  3 feet in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  45 mph today will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow 
  and near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest snow 
  accumulations will be across central and southern Jefferson 
  County, western and northern Lewis County, and far northern Oswego 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  today and the morning commute on Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-130200-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow will move back into the area late 
  this afternoon and evening. Additional snow accumulations 5 to 10 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The heaviest snowfall 
  will be just south of Buffalo and across far southern Genesee 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-130200-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 8 to 
  15 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high 
  as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow and 
  near whiteout conditions at times.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Areas of blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility, with near whiteout conditions at 
  times. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute 
  today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ013-130200-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-
Including the cities of Geneseo
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Livingston County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  evening commute today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ014-130200-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Ontario-
Including the cities of Canandaigua
1246 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Ontario County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions and 
  reduced visibility. Areas of blowing snow will significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  evening commute today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
260 
WWUS41 KBUF 130130
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
830 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

NYZ013-014-130230-
/O.CAN.KBUF.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241213T0900Z/
Livingston-Ontario-
Including the cities of Geneseo and Canandaigua
830 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The threat of significant accumulating lake effect snow has ended, 
therefore the Winter Weather Advisory has been cancelled. Untreated 
roadways will remain slick however, mainly over the northern half of 
Livingston county.

$$

NYZ006>008-131000-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
830 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of 
  one to two feet in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest snow 
  accumulations will be across central and southern Jefferson 
  County, western and northern Lewis County, and far northern Oswego 
  county.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-131000-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
830 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 
  8 inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The heaviest snow will 
  be just south of Buffalo and across far southern Genesee County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-131000-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
830 PM EST Thu Dec 12 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 
  8 inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

RSH
249 
WWUS41 KBUF 130946
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
446 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

NYZ006>008-131815-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
446 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 7 to 
  14 inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-131800-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
446 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional light accumulations possible. 

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Lingering snow on area 
  roadways may impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If traveling, be prepared for changing road conditions. 

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-131800-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
446 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult in some areas with deep snow 
  cover on roads.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If traveling, be prepared for changing road conditions. 

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

SJW
729 
WWUS41 KBUF 131132
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
632 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

NYZ010-011-131245-
/O.CAN.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
632 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Lake effect snow has exited the area, therefore the Lake Effect Snow 
Warning has been cancelled.

$$

NYZ006>008-131945-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
632 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 6 to 
  13 inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ012-019-020-085-131800-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
632 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 
  inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie 
  Counties.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult in some areas with deep snow 
  cover on roads.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If traveling, be prepared for changing road conditions. 

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

SJW
587 
WWUS41 KBUF 131510
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1010 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

NYZ012-019-020-085-131615-
/O.CAN.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241213T1800Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
1010 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Heavy lake effect snow has diminished this morning across western 
New York east of Lake Erie and significant accumulations are no 
longer expected, therefore the Lake Effect Snow Warning has been 
cancelled. Light snowfall will still be possible through this 
morning with little to no accumulation expected.

$$

NYZ006>008-140000-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1010 AM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 5 to 
  10 inches in the most persistent lake snows.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Friday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Brothers
021 
WWUS41 KBUF 132202
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
502 PM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

NYZ007-008-132315-
/O.CAN.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville
502 PM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IS CANCELLED...

While light effect snow showers will be possible over the western 
and southern slopes of the Tug Hill early this evening, additional 
significant accumulations are no longer expected.

$$

NYZ006-140000-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-
Including the cities of Oswego
502 PM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Accumulating lake effect snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations after 5 PM of up to 2 inches in the most persistent 
  lake snows over the northern half of the county.

* WHERE...Oswego County.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Friday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

RSH
295 
WWUS41 KBUF 132359
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
659 PM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

NYZ006-140100-
/O.EXP.KBUF.LE.W.0007.000000T0000Z-241214T0000Z/
Oswego-
Including the cities of Oswego
659 PM EST Fri Dec 13 2024

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

The threat of significant lake effect snow has ended, therefore the 
Lake Effect Snow Warning will be allowed to expire.

$$

RSH

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this lake effect snow warning 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 lake effect snow warning went out at Dec 10, 6:35 AM EST, 5 hours 56 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 10, 6:35 AM EST, 5 hours 56 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
635 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

.SYNOPSIS...
Notably warmer weather will continue through tonight. Another round
of rain will develop late today and continue through early Wednesday
before changing to wet snow from west to east Wednesday afternoon as
colder air filters back into the area. Locally heavy lake effect
snow will then develop east of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario Wednesday
night and continue through early Friday, before another warming
trend arrives next weekend.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
Abundant low level moisture will continue to support areas of fog
and some drizzle in a few higher terrain spots early this morning.
Otherwise, a lack of forcing/ascent will result in mainly dry
weather day through at least mid afternoon. It will remain on
the mild side today with temperatures around 10 degrees above
seasonable normals, with highs in the mid 40s to lower 50s.

A mid level trough will quickly dig and sharpen over the Mississippi
Valley. A low/mid level baroclinic zone will tighten and strengthen
on the eastern flank of the trough from the southeast US into NY/PA.
A frontal wave will move north from the Ohio Valley late this
afternoon and tonight. A shield of rain will develop late this
afternoon and continue through tonight as frontogenetic forcing
large scale ascent aloft increase over the area. Temperatures
will remain well above freezing, with all rain expected.

&&

.SHORT TERM /WEDNESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT/...
...SIGNIFICANT LAKE EFFECT SNOW POSSIBLE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
EARLY FRIDAY...

On Wednesday, the back edge of a sfc low tracking northeast across
PA & Eastern NY along a frontal boundary will bring widespread rain
showers across the entire forecast area during the morning hours. As
the sfc low and frontal boundaries track east, cold air advection
behind the system will start to change rain to a mixture of rain and
snow and eventually all snow by Wednesday evening.

Cooling temperatures aloft along with a mid-level trough tracking
across the region will set the stage for lake effect snow to once
again impact western and north central NY from Wednesday afternoon
through at least Friday morning. Temperatures aloft will cool to as
low as -17C to -18C by Thursday night. This combined with the mid-
level trough and lingering synoptic moisture within the trough, will
provide for the potential for a significant lake effect snow event
east-northeast of both lakes. Snowfall rates of 1-3"/hr (possibly
higher at times) are expected as the lake bands tap into the DGZ and
have caps of around 12k feet, or higher. There remains the potential
for a foot or more of snow with this event for areas east-northeast
of the lakes.

Lake Erie, lake enhancement will start during the mid-afternoon on
Wednesday as temperatures aloft cool to around -6C to -7C over the
approx. 6C waters of Lake Erie. As the synoptic system shifts
further away from the region and cooling aloft continues, a pure
lake effect setup will be in place by the mid to late evening on
Wednesday night. With a mostly 250-260 flow off of the lake, lake
snow will focus on areas of northern Chautauqua/Cattaraugus counties
as well as for central and southern Erie County. The lake band is
expected to extend inland to the NW half of Wyoming, and southern
Genesee counties. Passing disturbances will cause some north/south
fluctuations in the band movement over the Wednesday night through
Friday morning time period, but the band will mainly focus on areas
listed above.

Lake Ontario, similar to Lake Erie, precipitation will change to
snow by late Wednesday afternoon, becoming lake enhanced Wednesday
evening, and pure lake effect overnight. There may be a some drier
air that briefly moves in over Lake Ontario, causing a brief
disruption of the lake response, but lake snow should re-develop to
the northeast and then east of the lake on Thursday morning. Similar
to the Lake Erie band, passing disturbances will cause the lake band
to shift north/south some over the entire time period of the event,
but the greatest snowfall amounts will fall east-northeast of the
lake, with the greatest snow amounts expected for portions of the
Tug Hill, and points north toward Watertown.

Temperatures on Wednesday will be in the low to mid 40s to start the
day, but will cool from west to east behind the passing sfc low and
cold front. Temperatures will fall off for Thursday, with high
temperatures only reaching the upper teens to near 30 for the day.

&&

.LONG TERM /FRIDAY THROUGH MONDAY/...
Potent lake effect snow event will come to an end on Friday as
high pressure and associated dry air/warm advection and a
pronounced southerly wind shift overspreads the area,
effectively shutting down the lake effect machine from southwest
to northeast through the day. Another inch or so will be
possible east of Lake Erie before dissipating through the
morning hours, while an additional few inches will be possible
east of Lake Ontario before shutting down there through the
afternoon. Expect mainly dry, but chilly weather outside of any
lake effect with highs ranging mainly through 20s areawide.

High pressure remains in control as it slowly shifts east across New
England, bringing mainly dry weather for Friday night and Saturday.
Continued warm advection will boost highs some 5-10 degrees for
Saturday, into the 30s for all but possibly the Tug and western
Dacks.

Next system approaches for the second half of the weekend. Some
discrepancy in timing exists amongst the Big 3, with rain or wet
snow showers possible as early as Saturday evening, with any
precipitation to be mainly in the form of rain showers on Sunday as
the entire area warms well above the freezing mark. System pulls
east Sunday night with high pressure progged to try to build in for
the start of the new work week. Some timing discrepancies still
exist per usual this far out, so will keep at least areas of low
chances for some rain/snow showers Sunday night onward, again become
mainly liquid on Monday. That said, the overall trend should be
toward drying for the start of the new work week. Highs remain above
average with mainly mid to upper 30s higher terrain and mid 40s
lower elevations.

&&

.AVIATION /12Z TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY/...
Areas of fog and very patchy drizzle will likely continue
through the morning, especially across higher terrain with areas
of IFR/LIFR. Lower elevations will likely improve to MVFR CIGS.
Light rain will become more widespread late in the day as a
frontal wave approaches, with IFR continuing across higher
terrain and MVFR lower elevations.

Outlook...

Tonight...MVFR/IFR with periods of light rain.

Wednesday...MVFR/IFR with rain changing to wet snow from west to
east.

Wednesday night...MVFR/IFR with wet snow tapering off, then heavier
lake effect snow east of the lakes with local LIFR.

Thursday through Friday...Local lake effect snow with LIFR east of
Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. Close call for KBUF, heavier snow may
remain just south of the airfield. VFR/MVFR elsewhere.

Saturday...Mainly VFR.

&&

.MARINE...
Quiet marine conditions expected through most of Wednesday as a weak
pressure gradient across the lower Great lakes maintains relatively
light winds.

A strong cold front will sweep across the eastern Great Lakes late
Wednesday and Wednesday night leading to increased westerly winds.
Sustained speeds of 30 knots are likely from Wednesday night through
Thursday afternoon with the potential for gale force winds,
especially behind the cold front Wednesday night into Thursday over
the eastern basin of Lake Erie and all of Lake Ontario. Gale Watches
have been issued on both lakes during this time frame.

Conditions will improve on Lake Erie and Lake Ontario Friday as
high pressure nears the region and winds lighten considerably
and turn more southerly.

&&

.HYDROLOGY...
Rainfall Monday averaged 0.25"-0.50 inches in most areas.
Following a break through most of today, another round of
rainfall with 0.25"-0.50" is expected late in the day through
Wednesday for most of the area, except 0.50" to 1.0" across the
Tug Hill region.

These rainfall amounts, combined with ongoing snowmelt, will
bring within-bank rises on area rivers and creeks through
midweek. Official forecasts from the RFC along with ensemble
forecasts from the MMEFS continue to suggest a low chance of
flooding. The Black River basin, with more snow to melt and
higher rainfall amounts, will see the most significant rises
later this week, and a low chance of reaching minor flood
stage.

&&

.BUF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NY...Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday evening through Friday
     evening for NYZ006>008.
     Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through Friday
     afternoon for NYZ010>012-019-020-085.
MARINE...Gale Watch from Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon
         for LEZ040-041.
         Gale Watch from Wednesday evening through Thursday
         afternoon for LOZ042>045-062>065.

&&

SYNOPSIS...Hitchcock/HSK/TMA
NEAR TERM...Hitchcock/HSK/TMA
SHORT TERM...SW
LONG TERM...JM
AVIATION...Hitchcock/HSK/TMA
MARINE...TMA
HYDROLOGY...Hitchcock/TMA
Hazardous weather outlook, Dec 10, 4:01 AM EST, 8 hours 30 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

NYZ006>008-110915-
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...

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

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

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

NYZ001>005-013-014-021-110915-
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-
Allegany-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

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

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

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

NYZ010>012-019-020-085-110915-
Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

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

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

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

LEZ040-041-110915-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Erie.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

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

   Gale 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

LOZ042>045-062>065-110915-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
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 the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
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-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Ontario.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

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

   Gale 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

LEZ020-LOZ030-110915-
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

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...Wednesday through Monday.

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

SLZ022-024-110915-
Saint Lawrence River from Cape Vincent to Ogdensburg-
Saint Lawrence River from Ogdensburg to Saint Regis-
401 AM EST Tue Dec 10 2024

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...Wednesday through Monday.

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

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 10, 3:58 AM ESTGale WatchBUF25 hr
Dec 10, 12:31 PM ESTWinter Weather AdvisoryBUFLivingston, Monroe, Ontario56 hr

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Lake Effect Snow Warnings in New York, 2024Every lake effect snow warning in 2024

Sources

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