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Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-17 12:06:18 312 WHUS71 KBUF 171805 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ043>045-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the initial Gale warning winds have subsided this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ063>065-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Winds continues to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to be cancelled. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to expire. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon, allowing for the initial gale warning to expire. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 12 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-180215- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south-southeast gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday 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. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-180000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 knots. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-17 12:06:18 312 WHUS71 KBUF 171805 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ043>045-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the initial Gale warning winds have subsided this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ063>065-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Winds continues to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to be cancelled. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to expire. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon, allowing for the initial gale warning to expire. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 12 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-180215- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south-southeast gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday 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. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-180000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 knots. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-17 12:06:18 312 WHUS71 KBUF 171805 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ043>045-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the initial Gale warning winds have subsided this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ063>065-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Winds continues to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to be cancelled. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to expire. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon, allowing for the initial gale warning to expire. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 12 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-180215- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south-southeast gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday 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. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-180000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 knots. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-17 12:06:18 312 WHUS71 KBUF 171805 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ043>045-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the initial Gale warning winds have subsided this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ063>065-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Winds continues to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to be cancelled. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to expire. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon, allowing for the initial gale warning to expire. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 12 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-180215- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south-southeast gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday 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. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-180000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 knots. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-17 12:06:18 312 WHUS71 KBUF 171805 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ043>045-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the initial Gale warning winds have subsided this afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ063>065-180215- /O.CAN.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T2100Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Winds continues to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to be cancelled. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 45 knots Friday and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon allowing the gale warning to expire. For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062-180215- /O.EXP.KBUF.GL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-251217T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... ...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Winds continue to slowly subside this afternoon, allowing for the initial gale warning to expire. For the Gale Watch, south gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 12 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LEZ040-041-180215- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet. For the Gale Watch, south-southeast gales to 35 knots Thursday evening, then west gales to 40 knots Friday and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday 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. && $$ LEZ020-LOZ030-180000- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 105 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 knots. * WHERE...The Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 17:52:25 110 WHUS71 KBUF 172352 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LEZ020-LOZ030-180100- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... $$ LEZ040-041-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 10 to 15 knots. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042>045-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 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- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 35 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 17:52:25 110 WHUS71 KBUF 172352 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LEZ020-LOZ030-180100- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... $$ LEZ040-041-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 10 to 15 knots. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042>045-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 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- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 35 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 17:52:25 110 WHUS71 KBUF 172352 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LEZ020-LOZ030-180100- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0000Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EST THIS EVENING... $$ LEZ040-041-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 10 to 15 knots. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ042>045-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 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- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 35 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-180800- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 652 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 20:36:30 431 WHUS71 KBUF 180236 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ042-181045- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LEZ040-041-181045- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 20:36:30 431 WHUS71 KBUF 180236 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ042-181045- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LEZ040-041-181045- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 20:36:30 431 WHUS71 KBUF 180236 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ042-181045- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LEZ040-041-181045- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-17 20:36:30 431 WHUS71 KBUF 180236 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 LOZ042-181045- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LEZ040-041-181045- /O.EXP.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251218T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ LOZ043>045-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ 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- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet possible. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through late Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-181045- /O.CON.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 936 PM EST Wed Dec 17 2025 ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet possible. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves. && $$ Action: Upgraded Issued At: 2025-12-18 01:06:36 527 WHUS71 KBUF 180706 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 LOZ043>045-181515- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ 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- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * 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. && $$ LEZ040-041-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 9 to 12 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to midnight EST Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ042-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1500Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet expected. 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, from 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet expected. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LEZ020-181515- /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds becoming southwest to 30 knots expected. * WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to midnight EST Friday night. * 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. && $$ Action: Upgraded Issued At: 2025-12-18 01:06:36 527 WHUS71 KBUF 180706 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 LOZ043>045-181515- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LEZ040-041-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 9 to 12 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west 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, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to midnight EST Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ042-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1500Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ062>065-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 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- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet expected. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * 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. && $$ LEZ020-181515- /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds becoming southwest to 30 knots expected. * WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to midnight EST Friday night. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: Upgraded Issued At: 2025-12-18 01:06:36 527 WHUS71 KBUF 180706 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 LOZ043>045-181515- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ 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- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * 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. && $$ LEZ040-041-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 9 to 12 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 11 to 15 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from Ripley to Buffalo. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to midnight EST Friday night. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ042-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1500Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet expected. 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, from 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * 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. && $$ LOZ062>065-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet expected. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LEZ020-181515- /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds becoming southwest to 30 knots expected. * WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to midnight EST Friday night. * 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. && $$ Action: Upgraded Issued At: 2025-12-18 01:06:36 527 WHUS71 KBUF 180706 MWWBUF URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 LOZ043>045-181515- /O.CAN.KBUF.SC.Y.0102.000000T0000Z-251219T0300Z/ /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay- Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 6 to 9 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 45 knots and waves 15 to 20 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LEZ040-041-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk- Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 9 to 12 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west 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, from 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to midnight EST Friday night. * 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. && $$ LOZ042-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1500Z-251219T1200Z/ Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 knots and waves 5 to 8 feet expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds to 40 knots and waves 10 to 14 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Friday. For the Gale Warning, from 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ LOZ062>065-181515- /O.UPG.KBUF.GL.A.0017.251219T0300Z-251220T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KBUF.GL.W.0022.251219T1200Z-251220T0800Z/ Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach- 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- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 45 knots and waves 16 to 21 feet expected. * WHERE...The open waters of Lake Ontario from the Niagara River to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to 3 AM EST Saturday. * 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. && $$ LEZ020-181515- /O.NEW.KBUF.SC.Y.0103.251218T1200Z-251220T0500Z/ Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor- 206 AM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds becoming southwest to 30 knots expected. * WHERE...The Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to midnight EST Friday night. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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