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Small Craft Advisory 21, NWS Buffalo, NY
NWS Buffalo, NY issued this small craft advisory at Mar 14, 2026, 2:02 PM EDT. It took effect at Mar 15, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 56 hr.
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- Issued
- Mar 14, 2026, 2:02 PM EDT (18:02 UTC)
- In effect from
- Mar 15, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Mar 17, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 56 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Buffalo, NY
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916 WHUS71 KBUF 141802 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 202 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 LEZ040-041-150315- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260314T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260316T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 202 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 20 to 30 knots expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-063>065-142100- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.W.0008.000000T0000Z-260314T2100Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 202 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet. * WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-150315- /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 202 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday 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. && $$ LOZ042-150000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0000Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 202 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds to 20 to 25 knots and waves 5 to 9 feet. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$
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194 WHUS71 KBUF 142043 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 443 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 LOZ043>045-150445- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0008.000000T0000Z-260314T2100Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.260314T2100Z-260315T0600Z/ 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- 443 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds to 30 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ063>065-142145- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0008.000000T0000Z-260314T2100Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 443 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... Sustained winds have diminished below gale force. $$ LEZ040-041-150445- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260316T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 443 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-150000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0000Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 443 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-150445- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 443 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday 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. && $$
308 WHUS71 KBUF 142104 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 LOZ043>045-150515- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds to 30 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet. For the Gale Watch, west winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 AM EDT Sunday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-150515- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0000Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, west winds to 35 knots and waves 10 to 13 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-150515- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260316T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-150515- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday 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. && $$ LOZ062-150515- /O.EXB.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ063>065-150515- /O.EXB.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-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- 504 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$
833 WHUS71 KBUF 150001 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 LOZ042-150815- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 10 to 13 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-150815- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0600Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-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- 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 knots and waves 7 to 10 feet. For the Gale Watch, west winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 2 AM EDT Sunday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-150815- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260316T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-150815- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday 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. && $$ LOZ062-150815- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ063>065-150815- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-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- 801 PM EDT Sat Mar 14 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$
477 WHUS71 KBUF 150536 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 136 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 LOZ043>045-151345- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-260315T0600Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 136 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 2 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-151345- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260316T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 136 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds to 30 knots expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-151345- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 136 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ042-062-151345- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 136 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ063>065-151345- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 136 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$
716 WHUS71 KBUF 150735 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 LOZ042-152000- /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1200Z-260316T2100Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Gale Watch, west winds to 35 knots and waves 10 to 13 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 5 PM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-152000- /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260317T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet expected. For the Gale Watch, west winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 11 PM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-152000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T1500Z-260316T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T1200Z-260317T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds to 30 knots expected. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 35 knots possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-152000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ062-152000- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260316T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ063>065-152000- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0008.260317T0300Z-260317T2300Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 335 AM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 14 to 18 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$
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. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-160115- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0021.260315T2100Z-260317T1500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 115 PM EDT Sun Mar 15 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$
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. && $$ LOZ042-180400- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-260318T1100Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 355 PM EDT Tue Mar 17 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 30 knots and waves 7 to 10 feet. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Buffalo, NY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 1:29 PM EDT | High Wind Watch | BUF | Chautauqua, Erie, Jefferson, Lewis | 12 hr |
| Mar 14, 1:29 PM EDT | Wind Advisory | BUF | Allegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 10 more | 70 hr |
| Mar 14, 2:02 PM EDT | Gale Watch | BUF | 23 hr |
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