Alert archive / New York / High Wind Warnings in 2025
High Wind Warning 4, NWS Buffalo, NY
NWS Buffalo, NY issued this high wind warning at Dec 28, 2025, 1:44 AM EST for 8 counties in New York. It took effect at Dec 29, 2025, 4:00 AM EST. It was in force for 15 hr. 32 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 28, 2025, 1:44 AM EST (06:44 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 29, 2025, 4:00 AM EST
- Expired
- Dec 29, 2025, 6:36 PM EST
- In force
- 15 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Buffalo, NY
Counties Chautauqua County, NY, Erie County, NY, Genesee County, NY, Jefferson County, NY, Monroe County, NY, Niagara County, NY, Orleans County, NY, Wyoming County, NY
The radar
The Buffalo radar (KBUF), 49 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 06:49 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.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 5:30 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 3 Ene Batavia, NY | Mesonet station BATA Batavia. |
| Dec 29, 6:20 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 3 Ne North Tonawanda, NY | Tree down on Townline Road between Hill Road and Forest Parkway. Road closed. |
| Dec 29, 7:49 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 2 Nne Cheektowaga, NY | ASOS station KBUF Buffalo Airport. |
| Dec 29, 8:00 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 3 Nw Lackawanna, NY | New York State Mesonet station along Route 5 at the Skyway. |
| Dec 29, 8:00 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 1 Nw Dunkirk, NY | Mesonet station DBLN6 3 NNW Fredonia. |
| Dec 29, 8:12 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 64 | 3 Ene Dunkirk, NY | ASOS station KDKK Dunkirk Airport. |
| Dec 29, 8:33 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 3 Sse Gates-North Gates, NY | ASOS station KROC Rochester Airport. |
| Dec 29, 8:37 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 67 | 2 Nne Cheektowaga, NY | ASOS station KBUF Buffalo Airport. |
| Dec 29, 9:59 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 69 | 2 Nne Cheektowaga, NY | ASOS station KBUF Buffalo Airport. |
| Dec 29, 10:00 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 68 | 1 Nw Dunkirk, NY | Mesonet station DBLN6 3 NNW Fredonia. |
| Dec 29, 10:05 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 66 | 2 Sw Fredonia, NY | Mesonet station FRED Fredonia. |
| Dec 29, 10:08 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 3 Wsw Sanborn, NY | ASOS station KIAG Niagara Falls Airport. |
| Dec 29, 10:19 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 70 | 2 Nne Cheektowaga, NY | ASOS station KBUF Buffalo Airport. |
| Dec 29, 10:30 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 72 | 3 Nw Lackawanna, NY | DOT Skyway wind Sensor. |
| Dec 29, 10:54 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 72 | 2 Nne Cheektowaga, NY | ASOS station KBUF Buffalo Airport. |
| Dec 29, 11:00 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 69 | 1 Nw Dunkirk, NY | Mesonet station DBLN6 3 NNW Fredonia. |
| Dec 29, 11:05 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 79 | 2 Nne Cheektowaga, NY | ASOS station KBUF Buffalo Airport. |
| Dec 29, 11:30 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | Lewiston, NY | portions of roof and facade blown off building on Center Street. |
| Dec 29, 11:37 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 3 Sse Gates-North Gates, NY | ASOS station KROC Rochester Airport. |
| Dec 29, 11:45 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 1 Sse Williamsville, NY | Tree down across power lines on Wehrle Drive. Road closed. |
| Dec 29, 11:45 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 2 Wnw Buffalo, NY | 1-foot in diameter tree down at Connecticut and Fargo Streets in Buffalo. |
| Dec 29, 11:45 AM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 5 Ne Angola On The Lake, NY | Huge tree down on Putnam Dr. |
| Dec 29, 12:05 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 3 Ene Batavia, NY | Mesonet station BATA Batavia. |
| Dec 29, 12:10 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 1 Sse Millgrove, NY | Large 50 foot pine tree blown over. |
| Dec 29, 12:17 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 66 | 3 Wsw Sanborn, NY | ASOS station KIAG Niagara Falls Airport. |
| Dec 29, 12:30 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 5 E Hilton, NY | Mesonet station EW5589 Greece. |
| Dec 29, 12:44 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 3 Sse Gates-North Gates, NY | ASOS station KROC Rochester Airport. |
| Dec 29, 1:00 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 2 Nnw Springville, NY | Partial roof blown off of residence on Adams Road. |
| Dec 29, 1:10 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 3 Ene Batavia, NY | Mesonet station BATA Batavia. |
| Dec 29, 2:00 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND DMG | 1 Ne South Wales, NY | Tree down on Warner Hill Road. |
| Dec 29, 4:10 PM EST | SNOW 2.8 | Orchard Park, NY | |
| Dec 29, 6:35 PM EST | NON-TSTM WND GST 59 | 4 Nw Warsaw, NY | Mesonet station WARS Warsaw. |
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 00:00Z, 6.7 hours before the alert went out and 47 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
- 2 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 581 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 59 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -19 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 66 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
238 WWUS71 KBUF 280644 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 144 AM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-281845- /O.UPG.KBUF.HW.A.0003.251229T0900Z-251230T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T0900Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 144 AM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. && $$ NYZ007-281845- /O.NEW.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T1200Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 144 AM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ TMA
7 follow-up statements
046 WWUS71 KBUF 281741 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1241 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T0900Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 1241 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts around 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. && $$ NYZ007-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T1200Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 1241 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-290700- /O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T0900Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 1241 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ NYZ020-290700- /O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T0900Z-251229T1800Z/ Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Olean 1241 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Cattaraugus County. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 1 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ004-005-290700- /O.NEW.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T1200Z-251230T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 1241 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 7 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Brothers
981 WWUS71 KBUF 281812 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T0900Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts around 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T1200Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. && $$ NYZ006-008-290700- /O.EXB.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T1200Z-251229T2100Z/ Oswego-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego and Lowville 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Oswego and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 4 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T0900Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ NYZ020-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T0900Z-251229T1800Z/ Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Olean 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Cattaraugus County. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 1 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ004-005-290700- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T1200Z-251230T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 112 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 7 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Brothers
716 WWUS71 KBUF 290157 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-291400- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T0900Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. The strongest wind gusts will be along the Lake Erie shoreline and near Downtown Buffalo. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-291400- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.251229T1200Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-291400- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T0900Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ020-291400- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T0900Z-251229T1800Z/ Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Olean 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Cattaraugus County. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Monday. * 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. && $$ NYZ004-005-291400- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T1200Z-251230T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ006-008-291400- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.251229T1200Z-251229T2100Z/ Oswego-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego and Lowville 857 PM EST Sun Dec 28 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Oswego and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Monday. * 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. && $$ Fries
378 WWUS71 KBUF 291349 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. The strongest wind gusts will be along the Lake Erie shoreline and near Downtown Buffalo. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts in excess of 60 mph have already been observed this morning. Winds will continue to increase through early Monday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. && $$ NYZ004-005-300000- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251230T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 7 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ006-008-292100- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251229T2100Z/ Oswego-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego and Lowville 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Oswego and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 4 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ020-291800- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/ Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Olean 849 AM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Cattaraugus County. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 1 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Brothers
447 WWUS71 KBUF 291756 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 NYZ020-291900- /O.EXP.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/ Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Olean 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... Strong winds are still expected across Cattaraugus County through today into Tuesday, but the Wind Advisory is transiting to a Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow. $$ NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. The strongest wind gusts will be along the Lake Erie shoreline and near Downtown Buffalo. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts in excess of 75 mph have already been observed early this afternoon. Winds will remain strong before gradually decreasing to 60 to 65 mph late this afternoon. 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. && $$ NYZ007-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ004-005-300000- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251230T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 7 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ006-008-292100- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251229T2100Z/ Oswego-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego and Lowville 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Oswego and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Wind Advisory will be replaced with a Winter Storm Warning starting at 4 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 1256 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ Brothers
983 WWUS71 KBUF 292056 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 356 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 NYZ001>003-010>012-019-085-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 356 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. The strongest wind gusts will be along the Lake Erie shoreline and near Downtown Buffalo. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Winds will remain strong before gradually decreasing to 60 to 65 mph late this afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ NYZ007-300600- /O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ Jefferson- Including the cities of Watertown 356 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Jefferson County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 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. && $$ NYZ004-005-300900- /O.EXT.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 356 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ006-008-300900- /O.EXT.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Oswego-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego and Lowville 356 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Oswego and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-300900- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 356 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Brothers
158 WWUS71 KBUF 292336 NPWBUF URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 636 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 NYZ001>003-007-010>012-019-085-301145- /O.CAN.KBUF.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251230T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251230T1200Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Jefferson-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming- Chautauqua-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Watertown, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 636 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Jefferson, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ NYZ020-301145- /O.EXB.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251230T1200Z/ Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Olean 636 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Cattaraugus County. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ004-005-301145- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Newark and Fair Haven 636 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Wayne and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ NYZ006-008-301145- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Oswego-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego and Lowville 636 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. * WHERE...Oswego and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-301145- /O.CON.KBUF.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-251231T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 636 PM EST Mon Dec 29 2025 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * 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. && $$ Fries
The office that day
Everything else NWS Buffalo, NY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 1:50 AM EST | Lakeshore Flood Warning | BUF | Chautauqua, Erie, Niagara | 38 hr |
| Dec 28, 2:22 AM EST | Winter Storm Watch | BUF | Cayuga, Wayne | 11 hr |
| Dec 28, 2:22 AM EST | Winter Storm Warning | BUF | Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Jefferson and 4 more | 7 days |
| Dec 28, 3:23 AM EST | Gale Warning | BUF | 40 hr | |
| Dec 28, 3:23 AM EST | Storm Warning | BUF | 40 hr | |
| Dec 28, 12:41 PM EST | Wind Advisory | BUF | Allegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 10 more | 41 hr |
| Dec 28, 12:56 PM EST | Winter Weather Advisory | BUF | Allegany, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara and 2 more | 4 days |
| Dec 28, 1:34 PM EST | River Flood Warning | BUF | Erie | 22 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.