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Gale Warning 9, NWS Buffalo, NY

March 15, 2026

NWS Buffalo, NY issued this gale warning at Mar 15, 2026, 1:15 PM EDT. It took effect at Mar 16, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT. It was in force for 31 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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The facts

Issued
Mar 15, 2026, 1:15 PM EDT (17:15 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 16, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
Expired
Mar 17, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
In force
31 hr
Issued by
NWS Buffalo, NY

The text

As transmitted.

667 
WHUS71 KBUF 151715
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

LOZ042-160115-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T2100Z/
/O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 35 
  knots and waves 10 to 13 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 5 PM Monday to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-160115-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T0300Z/
/O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MONDAY TO 7 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 8 to 11 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 
  knots and waves 13 to 17 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM EDT Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 11 PM Monday to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-160115-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots. 
  For the Gale Warning, southwest winds to 35 knots expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 8 AM Monday to 8 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-160115-
/O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 5 PM Monday to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-160115-
/O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MONDAY TO 7 PM EDT TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 11 PM Monday to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-160115-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
9 follow-up statements
640 
WHUS71 KBUF 151841
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

LOZ042-160900-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 35 
  knots and waves 10 to 13 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 5 PM Monday to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-160900-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT
MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MONDAY TO 7 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 8 to 11 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 
  knots and waves 13 to 17 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM EDT Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 11 PM Monday to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-160900-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM MONDAY TO 8 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots. 
  For the Gale Warning, southwest winds to 35 knots expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 8 AM Monday to 8 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-160900-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 5 PM Monday to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-160900-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MONDAY TO 7 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 11 PM Monday to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-160900-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
241 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
748 
WHUS71 KBUF 160832
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

LEZ040-041-162000-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T1600Z-260317T1200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 3 to 5 feet. For the Gale Warning, southwest winds 
  to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until noon EDT today. For 
  the Gale Warning, from noon today to 8 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-162000-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 4 to 7 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 35 
  knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM EDT this 
  afternoon. For the Gale Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 
  11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-162000-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 
  knots and waves 14 to 18 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Gale Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 7 PM 
  EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-162000-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-162000-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-162000-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
432 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
323 
WHUS71 KBUF 161758
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

LOZ042-170200-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 
  knots and waves 4 to 7 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds 
  to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM EDT this 
  afternoon. For the Gale Warning, from 5 PM this afternoon to 
  11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-170200-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds to 30 knots 
  and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 
  knots and waves 14 to 18 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Gale Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 7 PM 
  EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-170200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-170200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-170200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-170200-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
158 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Hitchcock
195 
WHUS71 KBUF 162056
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

LOZ042-170600-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260316T2100Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-170600-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots 
  and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 
  knots and waves 14 to 18 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Gale Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 7 PM 
  EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-170600-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ062-170600-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-170600-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-170600-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
456 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
046 
WHUS71 KBUF 170254
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1054 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

LOZ043>045-171200-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T0300Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
1054 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-171200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
1054 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ042-062-171200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
1054 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-171200-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
1054 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-171200-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
1054 PM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
648 
WHUS71 KBUF 171203
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
803 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

LEZ040-041-172015-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.260317T1203Z-260318T0200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
803 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

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

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

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LOZ042-062-171500-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
803 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-172015-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T2300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
803 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

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

* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-172000-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T2000Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
803 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Hitchcock
106 
WHUS71 KBUF 171501
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1101 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

LOZ042-172315-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
/O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T1100Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
1101 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots and waves 10 to 13 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LOZ062-171615-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T1500Z/
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
1101 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-172300-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T2300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
1101 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

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

* WHAT...West gales to 35 knots and waves 15 to 19 feet.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-172315-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T0200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
1101 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

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

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet.

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

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LEZ020-LOZ030-172000-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T2000Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
1101 AM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
820 
WHUS71 KBUF 171955
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
355 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

LEZ020-LOZ030-172100-
/O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260317T2000Z/
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
355 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

$$

LOZ043>045-063>065-172300-
/O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T2300Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
355 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

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

* WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ040-041-180200-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T0200Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
355 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

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

* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 knots and waves 4 to 7 feet.

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

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LOZ042-180400-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T1100Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
355 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 knots and waves 7 to 10 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
950 
WHUS71 KBUF 172255
MWWBUF

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
655 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

LOZ043>045-180700-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T2300Z/
/O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.260317T2300Z-260318T1100Z/
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-
655 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds to 30 knots and waves 10 to 13 feet 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LOZ063>065-180000-
/O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260317T2300Z/
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-
655 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

$$

LEZ040-041-180600-
/O.EXT.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
655 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LOZ042-180700-
/O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T1100Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
655 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 15, 1:28 AM EDTHigh Wind WarningBUFChautauqua, Erie, Jefferson, Lewis36 hr
Mar 15, 1:10 PM EDTWinter Weather AdvisoryBUFJefferson, Lewis, Oswego25 hr

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Sources

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