Alert archive / New York / Winter Storm Warnings in 2026
Winter Storm Warning 3, NWS Buffalo, NY
NWS Buffalo, NY issued this winter storm warning at Jan 23, 2026, 12:57 PM EST for 16 counties in New York. It took effect at Jan 25, 2026, 1:00 AM EST. It was in force for 51 hr. 60 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Jan 23, 2026, 12:57 PM EST (17:57 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 25, 2026, 1:00 AM EST
- Expired
- Jan 27, 2026, 3:55 AM EST
- In force
- 51 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Buffalo, NY
Counties Allegany County, NY, Cattaraugus County, NY, Cayuga County, NY, Chautauqua County, NY, Erie County, NY, Genesee County, NY, Jefferson County, NY, Lewis County, NY, Livingston County, NY, Monroe County, NY, Niagara County, NY, Ontario County, NY, Orleans County, NY, Oswego County, NY, Wayne County, NY, Wyoming County, NY
The radar
The Buffalo radar (KBUF), 90 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:00 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 7:00 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 3 W Warsaw, NY | CO-OP Observer station WSWN6 Warsaw 4W. |
| Jan 25, 7:00 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 6 N Hinsdale, NY | Cocorahs station NY-CT-25 Ischua 0.4 SSE. |
| Jan 25, 7:00 AM EST | SNOW 1.2 | 1 Wsw Little Valley, NY | CO-OP Observer station LTVN6 Little Valley. |
| Jan 25, 7:00 AM EST | SNOW 1.5 | 2 Nne Whitesville, NY | CO-OP Observer station WHTN6 Whitesville 1N. |
| Jan 25, 7:48 AM EST | SNOW 1.7 | 1 Sw Franklinville, NY | CO-OP Observer station FRKN6 Franklinville. |
| Jan 25, 8:00 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 1 Wnw Springville, NY | Cocorahs station NY-ER-266 1 WNW Springville. |
| Jan 25, 8:00 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 4 Ese Alexander, NY | Cocorahs station NY-GN-27 Alexander 4.4 ESE. |
| Jan 25, 8:40 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 1 Sse Eden, NY | Cocorahs station NY-ER-150 Eden 1.4 SSE. |
| Jan 25, 9:14 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 1 Nw Avon, NY | CO-OP Observer station AVON6 Avon. |
| Jan 25, 9:15 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 1 Sse Blasdell, NY | Cocorahs station NY-ER-281 Blasdell 1.0 SSE. |
| Jan 25, 11:00 AM EST | SNOW 1 | 2 Nw Rochester, NY | Snowfall since 7 am. |
| Jan 25, 11:00 AM EST | SNOW 1.5 | 2 Ene Kenmore, NY | Total snowfall so far. |
| Jan 25, 11:00 AM EST | SNOW 1.7 | 2 Ne Honeoye Falls, NY | Snowfall in the past 5 hours. |
| Jan 25, 12:00 PM EST | SNOW 3 | Lima, NY | Total snowfall so far. |
| Jan 25, 12:55 PM EST | SNOW 4.8 | 1 Se Locke, NY | |
| Jan 25, 1:00 PM EST | SNOW 2.1 | Buffalo Airport, NY | Snowfall as of 1PM. |
| Jan 25, 1:00 PM EST | SNOW 2.1 | Rochester Airport, NY | Snowfall as of 1PM. |
| Jan 25, 1:00 PM EST | SNOW 2.5 | 1 Nw Williamsville, NY | |
| Jan 25, 1:00 PM EST | SNOW 3 | Cassadaga, NY | 6 hourly snowfall. |
| Jan 25, 1:00 PM EST | SNOW 3 | Sardinia, NY | |
| Jan 25, 1:20 PM EST | SNOW 2 | 2 Nw Rochester, NY | |
| Jan 25, 1:20 PM EST | SNOW 4.5 | Geneva, NY | |
| Jan 25, 1:30 PM EST | SNOW 4 | 2 Ese Elma Center, NY | Cocorahs station NY-ER-138 East Aurora 3.4 NNE. |
| Jan 25, 1:30 PM EST | SNOW 4.8 | 5 Nnw Eden, NY | |
| Jan 25, 2:00 PM EST | SNOW 5.8 | Derby, NY | Snowfall since 5AM. |
| Jan 25, 3:00 PM EST | SNOW 1.5 | 2 N Richland, NY | Snowfall since 8AM. |
| Jan 25, 3:00 PM EST | SNOW 4 | 1 S Lancaster, NY | |
| Jan 25, 3:00 PM EST | SNOW 6 | Lima, NY | Snowfall since this morning. 3 inches since noon. |
| Jan 25, 3:42 PM EST | SNOW 6 | Union Springs, NY | Reported to NWS via social media. |
| Jan 25, 3:45 PM EST | SNOW 8.5 | 4 W Henrietta, NY | Storm Total. 6.5 since 8am. |
| Jan 25, 4:00 PM EST | SNOW 3.3 | Buffalo Airport, NY | |
| Jan 25, 4:00 PM EST | SNOW 6 | 1 N Cheektowaga, NY | |
| Jan 25, 4:30 PM EST | SNOW 4 | Niles, NY | Sent to NWS via social media with photo of measurement. |
| Jan 25, 4:30 PM EST | SNOW 5.5 | 1 Wnw Alden, NY | |
| Jan 25, 4:30 PM EST | SNOW 6 | 2 Sse Fairport, NY | |
| Jan 25, 4:50 PM EST | SNOW 7.5 | 1 S Blasdell, NY | |
| Jan 25, 4:56 PM EST | SNOW 6.5 | Union Springs, NY | Report taken from social media. |
| Jan 25, 5:00 PM EST | SNOW 5 | 4 Nw North Tonawanda, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:00 PM EST | SNOW 5.3 | 2 Wnw Hilton, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:00 PM EST | SNOW 5.5 | 2 Ene Kenmore, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:00 PM EST | SNOW 8.4 | 4 Nw Eden, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:15 PM EST | SNOW 6.5 | Orchard Park, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:29 PM EST | SNOW 7.5 | 3 Sw Elma, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:30 PM EST | SNOW 5 | 2 Nw Rochester, NY | |
| Jan 25, 5:30 PM EST | SNOW 7.5 | Geneva, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 7.1 | Auburn, NY | Auburn Co-op station. |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 6 | 1 S Spencerport, NY | Town of Ogden. |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 6 | Corfu, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 6 | Sardinia, NY | 3 inches since 1 pm. |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 7 | 1 S Honeoye Falls, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 7 | Lima, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:00 PM EST | SNOW 8 | 1 Nnw Albion, NY | CO-OP Observer station ABNN6 Albion 24 hour snowfall. |
| Jan 25, 6:15 PM EST | SNOW 6.3 | Belmont, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:36 PM EST | SNOW 7.5 | Moravia, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:40 PM EST | SNOW 10 | Victor, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:45 PM EST | SNOW 5 | Cassadaga, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:45 PM EST | SNOW 7.3 | 2 Ne Stafford, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:54 PM EST | SNOW 5.1 | Buffalo Airport, NY | |
| Jan 25, 6:54 PM EST | SNOW 6.4 | Rochester Airport, NY | |
| Jan 25, 7:00 PM EST | SNOW 5.3 | 1 Nw Williamsville, NY |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Buffalo Intl Airport, NY (KBUF), launched 12:00Z, 6.0 hours before the alert went out and 87 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1005 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 118 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 127 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 248 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
111 WWUS41 KBUF 231757 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 NYZ012-085-240600- /O.EXP.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/ /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. * WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ019-020-240600- /O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/ /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Chautauqua-Cattaraugus- Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. * WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ006>008-240600- /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the first Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 5 to 10 inches in the most persistent bands. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. For the second Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches, with up to two feet on the Tug Hill. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...For the first Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening. For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday and Tuesday commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ002-240600- /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.260123T2000Z-260124T1500Z/ Orleans- Including the cities of Medina 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Orleans County. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ003>005-240600- /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.260123T2000Z-260124T1500Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ001-010-011-240600- /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Batavia 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Niagara, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ013-014-021-240600- /O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ HSK
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184 WWUS41 KBUF 240008 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 708 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 NYZ006>008-241500- /O.EXP.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 708 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches, with up to two feet on the Tug Hill. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday and Tuesday commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ002-241500- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260124T1500Z/ Orleans- Including the cities of Medina 708 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Orleans County. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ003>005-241500- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260124T1500Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven 708 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ012>014-019>021-085-241500- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 708 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ001-010-011-241500- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Batavia 708 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Niagara, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ SJW
150 WWUS41 KBUF 240619 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 119 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 NYZ002-241915- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260124T1500Z/ Orleans- Including the cities of Medina 119 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations around 1 to 2 inches in the most persistent lake snows. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Orleans County. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ003>005-241915- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260124T1500Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven 119 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches in the most persistent lake snows. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches, but 12 to 18 inches possible across Wayne and northern Cayuga counties due to lake enhancement off Lake Ontario. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ012>014-019>021-085-241915- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 119 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ001-010-011-241915- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Batavia 119 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Niagara, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ006>008-241915- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 119 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches, but 12 to 18 inches possible across Oswego County due to lake enhancement off Lake Ontario. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday and Tuesday commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ JM
224 WWUS41 KBUF 241437 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 937 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 NYZ002-250700- /O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260124T1500Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Orleans- Including the cities of Medina 937 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM EST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Orleans County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003>005-250700- /O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-260124T1500Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven 937 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM EST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches, but 12 to 18 inches possible across Wayne and northern Cayuga counties due to lake enhancement off Lake Ontario. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ012>014-019>021-085-250700- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 937 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ001-010-011-250700- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Batavia 937 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Niagara, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ006>008-250700- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 937 AM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches, but 12 to 18 inches possible across Oswego County due to lake enhancement off Lake Ontario. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ HSK
376 WWUS41 KBUF 241838 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 138 PM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 NYZ012>014-019>021-085-250815- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 138 PM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected late Sunday morning through Sunday evening. Heavy snow will continue across the higher terrain east of Lake Erie through Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ001-002-010-011-250815- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, and Batavia 138 PM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected Sunday afternoon through Sunday night, with heavy snow persisting along the southern shore of Lake Ontario Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003>008-250815- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 138 PM EST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected Sunday afternoon through Sunday night, with heavy snow continuing along the southern shore of Lake Ontario to Oswego county through Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ HSK
972 WWUS41 KBUF 250613 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 113 AM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 NYZ012>014-019>021-085-251900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 113 AM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. The highest amounts are expected across the higher terrain of the interior Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected late this morning through this evening. Moderate snow will continue across the higher terrain east of Lake Erie through Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ001-002-010-011-251900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, and Batavia 113 AM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 9 to 15 inches. The highest amounts are expected along the Lake Ontario shore due to lake enhancement and across the higher terrain of southern Genesee County. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected from around midday through tonight, with heavy snow persisting along the southern shore of Lake Ontario Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003>008-251900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 113 AM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. The highest amounts are expected along the Lake Ontario shore and southeast of Lake Ontario due to lake enhancement. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected this afternoon through tonight, with moderate snow continuing along the southern and southeastern shores of Lake Ontario through Monday night, especially from Wayne to Oswego counties . PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ JM
404 WWUS41 KBUF 251832 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 132 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 NYZ001-002-010-011-260645- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, and Batavia 132 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 9 to 15 inches. The highest amounts are expected along the Lake Ontario shore due to lake enhancement and across the higher terrain of southern Genesee County. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected to continue through tonight, with heavy snow persisting along the southern shore of Lake Ontario Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003>008-260645- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 132 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. The highest amounts are expected along the Lake Ontario shore and southeast of Lake Ontario due to lake enhancement. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected to continue through tonight, with moderate snow continuing along the southern and southeastern shores of Lake Ontario through Monday night, especially from Wayne to Oswego counties . PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ012>014-019>021-085-260645- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 132 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches. The highest amounts are expected across the higher terrain of the interior Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected to continue through this evening. Moderate snow will continue across the higher terrain east of Lake Erie through Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ EAJ
659 WWUS41 KBUF 260211 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 911 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 NYZ001-002-010-011-261400- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, and Batavia 911 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 7 inches. The highest amounts are expected along the Lake Ontario shore due to lake enhancement and across the higher terrain of southern Genesee County. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow will diminish overnight, with heavy snow persisting along the southern shore of Lake Ontario Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003>008-261400- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 911 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations 6 to 11 inches. The highest amounts are expected along the Lake Ontario shore and southeast of Lake Ontario due to lake enhancement. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected to taper overnight, with moderate snow continuing along the southern and southeastern shores of Lake Ontario through Monday night, especially from Wayne to Oswego counties . PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ012>014-019>021-085-261400- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 911 PM EST Sun Jan 25 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches. The highest amounts are expected across the higher terrain of the interior Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The bulk of the heavy snow is expected to diminish overnight. Moderate snow will continue across the higher terrain east of Lake Erie through Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ TMA
444 WWUS41 KBUF 260605 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 105 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 NYZ005>008-261900- /O.NEW.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 105 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TUESDAY TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, periods of snow and lake enhanced snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 7 inches across Oswego and northern Cayuga counties, and 2 to 4 inches across Jefferson and Lewis counties today through tonight. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet possible in the most persistent lake snows across Oswego County, with 8 to 14 inches possible across far northern Cayuga, southern Jefferson, and far western Lewis counties. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 AM EST Tuesday. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, from 7 AM Tuesday to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times Tuesday through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ001-002-010-011-261900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, and Batavia 105 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Occasional light snow, with moderate lake enhanced snow along the south shore of Lake Ontario at times. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches, greatest near Lake Ontario. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003-004-261900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne- Including the cities of Rochester and Newark 105 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Occasional light to moderate snow. Additional snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches across Wayne County, and 1 to 3 inches across Monroe County. * WHERE...Monroe and Wayne Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ012>014-019>021-085-261900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Livingston-Ontario-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Allegany- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Geneseo, Canandaigua, Jamestown, Olean, Wellsville, Orchard Park, and Springville 105 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Occasional light snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches, greatest across the higher terrain of the Boston Hills and Chautauqua Ridge. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ Hitchcock/JM
262 WWUS41 KBUF 261026 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 526 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 NYZ013-014-021-261130- /O.CAN.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Livingston-Ontario-Allegany- Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville 526 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Some on and off light snow showers will continue through the day with additional accumulations generally an inch or less. $$ NYZ005>008-262230- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 526 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TUESDAY TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, periods of snow and lake enhanced snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 6 inches across Oswego and northern Cayuga counties, and 2 to 4 inches across Jefferson and Lewis counties today through tonight. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet possible in the most persistent lake snows across Oswego County, with 8 to 14 inches possible across far northern Cayuga, southern Jefferson, and far western Lewis counties. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 AM EST Tuesday. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, from 7 AM Tuesday to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times Tuesday through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ001-002-010-011-262230- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, and Batavia 526 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Occasional light snow, with moderate lake enhanced snow along the south shore of Lake Ontario at times. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches, greatest near Lake Ontario. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003-004-262230- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne- Including the cities of Rochester and Newark 526 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Occasional light to moderate snow. Additional snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches across Wayne County, and 1 to 3 inches across Monroe County. * WHERE...Monroe and Wayne Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ012-019-020-085-262230- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 526 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Occasional light snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches, greatest across the higher terrain of the Boston Hills and Chautauqua Ridge. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ JM
429 WWUS41 KBUF 261458 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 958 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 NYZ010>012-019-020-085-261600- /O.CAN.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 958 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Widespread snow has ended and significant accumulations are no longer expected, therefore the Winter Storm Warning has been cancelled. $$ NYZ005>008-270300- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Fair Haven, Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 958 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TUESDAY TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, periods of snow and lake enhanced snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 6 inches across Oswego and northern Cayuga counties, and 2 to 4 inches across Jefferson and Lewis counties today through tonight. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet possible in the most persistent lake snows across Oswego County, with 8 to 14 inches possible across far northern Cayuga, southern Jefferson, and far western Lewis counties. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 AM EST Tuesday. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, from 7 AM Tuesday to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times Tuesday through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ001-002-270000- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans- Including the cities of Niagara Falls and Medina 958 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Occasional light snow, with moderate lake enhanced snow along the south shore of Lake Ontario at times. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches, greatest near Lake Ontario. * WHERE...Niagara and Orleans Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ NYZ003-004-270300- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne- Including the cities of Rochester and Newark 958 AM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Occasional light to moderate snow. Additional snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches across Wayne County, and 1 to 3 inches across Monroe County. * WHERE...Monroe and Wayne Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. && $$ HSK
353 WWUS41 KBUF 262359 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 659 PM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 NYZ007-008-271200- /O.CAN.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 659 PM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TUESDAY TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected Tuesday through Thursday. Total snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches in the most persistent lake snows across southern Jefferson and far western Lewis counties. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Tuesday to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times Tuesday through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ001-002-270100- /O.EXP.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T0000Z/ Niagara-Orleans- Including the cities of Niagara Falls and Medina 659 PM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... Snow showers will continue across parts of the area this evening, but accumulations will be light. Therefore, the Winter Storm Warning has been allowed to expire. $$ NYZ005-006-271200- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego- Including the cities of Fair Haven and Oswego 659 PM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TUESDAY TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet possible in the most persistent lake snows across Oswego County, with 8 to 14 inches possible across far northern Cayuga county. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga and Oswego Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 AM EST Tuesday. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, from 7 AM Tuesday to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times Tuesday through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ003-004-271200- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe-Wayne- Including the cities of Rochester and Newark 659 PM EST Mon Jan 26 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches, mainly through the early overnight. * WHERE...Monroe and Wayne Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions with snow covered roads. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ TMA
630 WWUS41 KBUF 270545 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1245 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 NYZ004-271900- /O.CAN.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260128T0200Z-260128T1800Z/ Wayne- Including the cities of Newark 1245 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST WEDNESDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 5 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows. * WHERE...Wayne County. The heaviest lake effect snow will be in the far northeast corner of the county. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ003-270645- /O.CAN.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ Monroe- Including the cities of Rochester 1245 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Lake effect snow has moved northeast of the area, bringing and end to accumulating snow. $$ NYZ005-006-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego- Including the cities of Fair Haven and Oswego 1245 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow that will fall in multiple different rounds as the band of snow oscillates north and south numerous times over the next few days. Three day accumulations may reach 2 to 3 feet where the bands persist the longest. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga and Oswego Counties. The greatest accumulations are expected across western Oswego and far northern Cayuga counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 AM EST this morning. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with deep snow cover on roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times today through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ007-008-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 1245 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow that will fall in multiple different rounds as the band of snow oscillates north and south numerous times over the next few days. Three day accumulations may reach 8 to 16 inches where the bands persist the longest. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The greatest accumulations are expected across central and southern Jefferson County and far western Lewis County. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times today through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ Hitchcock
906 WWUS41 KBUF 270706 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 206 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 NYZ005-006-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego- Including the cities of Fair Haven and Oswego 206 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING... ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow that will fall in multiple different rounds as the band of snow oscillates north and south numerous times over the next few days. Three day accumulations may reach 2 to 3 feet where the bands persist the longest. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga and Oswego Counties. The greatest accumulations are expected across western Oswego and far northern Cayuga counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 AM EST this morning. For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, from 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with deep snow cover on roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times today through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. && $$ NYZ007-008-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 206 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow that will fall in multiple different rounds as the band of snow oscillates north and south numerous times over the next few days. Three day accumulations may reach 8 to 16 inches where the bands persist the longest. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The greatest accumulations are expected across central and southern Jefferson County and far western Lewis County. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times today through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ004-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260128T0200Z-260128T1800Z/ Wayne- Including the cities of Newark 206 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 5 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows. * WHERE...Wayne County. The heaviest lake effect snow will be in the far northeast corner of the county. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ001-002-010>012-085-271900- /O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0008.260127T0706Z-260128T0300Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville 206 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Snow accumulations 2 to 4 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow, especially in open areas. * WHERE...The Niagara Frontier. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ Hitchcock
476 WWUS41 KBUF 270855 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 355 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 NYZ005-006-271900- /O.CAN.KBUF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260127T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Northern Cayuga-Oswego- Including the cities of Fair Haven and Oswego 355 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow that will fall in multiple different rounds as the band of snow oscillates north and south numerous times over the next few days. Three day accumulations may reach 2 to 3 feet where the bands persist the longest. * WHERE...Northern Cayuga and Oswego Counties. The greatest accumulations are expected across western Oswego and far northern Cayuga counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with deep snow cover on roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times today through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ007-008-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260127T1200Z-260130T0000Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 355 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow that will fall in multiple different rounds as the band of snow oscillates north and south numerous times over the next few days. Three day accumulations may reach 8 to 16 inches where the bands persist the longest. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. The greatest accumulations are expected across central and southern Jefferson County and far western Lewis County. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times with snow covered roads and poor visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will oscillate north and south multiple times today through Thursday. This will bring very changeable conditions, and also allow for cleanup between rounds of lake effect snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ004-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0002.260128T0200Z-260128T1800Z/ Wayne- Including the cities of Newark 355 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 5 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows. * WHERE...Wayne County. The heaviest lake effect snow will be in the far northeast corner of the county. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ NYZ001-002-010>012-085-271900- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-260128T0300Z/ Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville 355 AM EST Tue Jan 27 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Snow accumulations 2 to 4 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting snow, especially in open areas. * WHERE...The Niagara Frontier. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. && $$ Hitchcock
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Everything else NWS Buffalo, NY issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 12:49 AM EST | Winter Weather Advisory | BUF | Cayuga, Monroe, Orleans, Wayne | 33 hr |
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