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High Wind Warning 3, NWS Buffalo, NY
NWS Buffalo, NY issued this high wind warning at Dec 17, 2025, 12:47 PM EST for Chautauqua County, Jefferson County, Lewis County, New York. It took effect at Dec 18, 2025, 3:00 PM EST. It was in force for 12 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 17, 2025, 12:47 PM EST (17:47 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 18, 2025, 3:00 PM EST
- Expired
- Dec 19, 2025, 2:35 AM EST
- In force
- 12 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Buffalo, NY
Counties Chautauqua County, NY, Jefferson County, NY, Lewis County, NY
The radar
The Ft Drum radar (KTYX), 113 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 17:50 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
The nearest sounding before it
Buffalo Intl Airport, NY (KBUF), launched 12:00Z, 5.8 hours before the alert went out and 148 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1003 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 55 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 302 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 314 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
930 WWUS71 KBUF 171747 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1247 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 NYZ001-002-010>012-085-180700- /O.EXP.KBUF.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville 1247 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... ...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the initial wind advisory, gusty southwest winds will continue to subside through the afternoon hours. An additional new wind advisory issued for south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Thursday afternoon through Thursday night, and then west winds Friday and Friday night 20 to 35 mph with gusts 50 mph. * WHERE...The Niagara Frontier. * WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ019-180700- /O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0002.251218T2000Z-251219T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Chautauqua- Including the cities of Jamestown 1247 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected Thursday afternoon through overnight Thursday. Southwest winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night county-wide. * WHERE...Chautauqua County. The strongest winds Thursday afternoon and night will likely be on the northern slope of the Chautauqua Ridge along the Lake Erie shore. The strongest winds Friday and Friday night will be county-wide. * WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are likely. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The southeast winds will be a crosswind on the New York State Thruway. Strong winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-008-180700- /O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0002.251219T0000Z-251219T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251219T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 1247 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected Thursday evening through overnight Thursday. Southwest winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph then expected Friday and Friday night for the North Country. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The strongest wind gusts Thursday evening and overnight will likely be found on the northern slopes of the Tug Hill Plateau and Black River Valley. Strongest gusts Friday and Friday night will be for the entire North Country region. * WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will blow around unsecured outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ003>006-013-014-020-021-180700- /O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Livingston-Ontario- Cattaraugus-Allegany- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, and Wellsville 1247 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Thursday afternoon through Thursday night, and then west winds Friday and Friday night 20 to 35 mph with gusts 50 mph. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects including holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Thomas
5 follow-up statements
591 WWUS71 KBUF 172351 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 651 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 NYZ019-181200- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Chautauqua- Including the cities of Jamestown 651 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected Thursday afternoon through overnight Thursday. Southwest winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night county-wide. * WHERE...Chautauqua County. The strongest winds Thursday afternoon and night will likely be on the northern slope of the Chautauqua Ridge along the Lake Erie shore. The strongest winds Friday and Friday night will be county-wide. * WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are likely. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The southeast winds will be a crosswind on the New York State Thruway. Strong winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-008-181200- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251219T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 651 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected Thursday evening through overnight Thursday. Southwest winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph then expected Friday and Friday night for the North Country. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The strongest wind gusts Thursday evening and overnight will likely be found on the northern slopes of the Tug Hill Plateau and Black River Valley. Strongest gusts Friday and Friday night will be for the entire North Country region. * WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will blow around unsecured outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ001>006-010>014-020-021-085-181200- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Northern Erie- Genesee-Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 651 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ TMA
002 WWUS71 KBUF 180740 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 240 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 NYZ019-182000- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Chautauqua- Including the cities of Jamestown 240 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected this afternoon through tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night. * WHERE...Chautauqua County. The strongest winds will likely be on the northern slope of the Chautauqua Ridge along the Lake Erie shore this afternoon through this evening. The strong winds will be county-wide Friday and Friday night. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are likely. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The southeast winds will be a crosswind on the New York State Thruway. Strong winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-008-182000- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251219T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 240 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph then expected Friday and Friday night. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The strongest wind gusts will likely be found on the northern slopes of the Tug Hill Plateau and Black River Valley tonight. Strong gusts will be for the entire North Country region Friday and Friday night. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will blow around unsecured outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ001>006-010>014-020-021-085-182000- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Northern Erie- Genesee-Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 240 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected this afternoon through tonight. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday through Friday evening. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ HSK
425 WWUS71 KBUF 181735 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1235 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 NYZ019-190600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Chautauqua- Including the cities of Jamestown 1235 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected this afternoon through tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night. * WHERE...Chautauqua County. The strongest winds will likely be on the northern slope of the Chautauqua Ridge along the Lake Erie shore this afternoon through this evening. The strong winds will be county-wide Friday and Friday night. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are likely. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The southeast winds will be a crosswind on the New York State Thruway. Strong winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-008-190600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251219T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 1235 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph then expected Friday and Friday night. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The strongest wind gusts will likely be found on the northern slopes of the Tug Hill Plateau and Black River Valley tonight. Strong gusts will be for the entire North Country region Friday and Friday night. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will blow around unsecured outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ001>006-010>014-020-021-085-190600- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Northern Erie- Genesee-Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 1235 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected this afternoon through tonight. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday through Friday evening. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Brothers
327 WWUS71 KBUF 190544 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1244 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 NYZ007-008-191900- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 1244 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected overnight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The strongest wind gusts will likely be found on the northern slopes of the Tug Hill Plateau and Black River Valley overnight. Strong gusts will be for the entire North Country region Friday and Friday night. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will blow around unsecured outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ019-191900- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Chautauqua- Including the cities of Jamestown 1244 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected overnight. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night. * WHERE...Chautauqua County. The strongest winds will likely be on the northern slope of the Chautauqua Ridge along the Lake Erie shore overnight. The strong winds will be county-wide Friday and Friday night. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are likely. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The southeast winds will be a crosswind on the New York State Thruway. Strong winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ001>006-010>014-020-021-085-191900- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Northern Erie- Genesee-Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 1244 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected overnight. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday through Friday evening. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ HSK
016 WWUS71 KBUF 190735 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 235 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 NYZ007-008-191945- /O.CAN.KBUF.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ /O.EXA.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 235 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected this morning. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected through this evening. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ019-191945- /O.CAN.KBUF.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ /O.EXA.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Chautauqua- Including the cities of Jamestown 235 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected this morning. Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected through this evening. * WHERE...Chautauqua County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ001>006-010>014-020-021-085-191945- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Northern Erie- Genesee-Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Cattaraugus-Allegany-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 235 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected this morning. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected through this evening. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ HSK
The office that day
Everything else NWS Buffalo, NY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 12:53 AM EST | High Wind Watch | BUF | Chautauqua, Jefferson, Lewis | 12 hr |
| Dec 17, 12:53 AM EST | Wind Advisory | BUF | Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming | 12 hr |
| Dec 17, 12:47 PM EST | Wind Advisory | BUF | Allegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 10 more | 60 hr |
| Dec 17, 1:05 PM EST | Gale Watch | BUF | 13 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.