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Home Return to list Winter Weather Advisory 0038 Issued by the Buffalo Forecast Office
Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-18 11:30:17 212 WWUS41 KBUF 181730 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1230 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 NYZ012-019-020-085-190600- /O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1500Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 1230 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected earlier Friday morning as overnight rain transitions to snowfall. 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ NYZ006>008-190600- /O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1800Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1230 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, northern Oswego, and western Lewis counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected Friday morning as early morning rain transitions to snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ Brothers Action: New Issued At: 2025-12-18 11:30:17 212 WWUS41 KBUF 181730 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1230 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 NYZ012-019-020-085-190600- /O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1500Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 1230 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected earlier Friday morning as overnight rain transitions to snowfall. 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ NYZ006>008-190600- /O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1800Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1230 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, northern Oswego, and western Lewis counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected Friday morning as early morning rain transitions to snowfall. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ Brothers Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-18 23:40:06 828 WWUS41 KBUF 190539 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1239 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 NYZ012-019-020-085-192000- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1500Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 1239 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected early this morning as overnight rain transitions to snowfall. Temperatures will rapidly fall below freezing between daybreak and late morning and create icy conditions. 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ NYZ006>008-192000- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1800Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1239 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, northern Oswego, and western Lewis counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected Friday morning as early morning rain transitions to snowfall. Temperatures will rapidly fall below freezing this afternoon into early evening and create icy conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ HSK Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-18 23:40:06 828 WWUS41 KBUF 190539 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1239 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 NYZ012-019-020-085-192000- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1500Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 1239 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected early this morning as overnight rain transitions to snowfall. Temperatures will rapidly fall below freezing between daybreak and late morning and create icy conditions. 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ NYZ006>008-192000- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.251219T1800Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1239 AM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, northern Oswego, and western Lewis counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall accumulations are expected Friday morning as early morning rain transitions to snowfall. Temperatures will rapidly fall below freezing this afternoon into early evening and create icy conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ HSK Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-19 12:13:20 338 WWUS41 KBUF 191812 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 112 PM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 NYZ006>008-200900- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 112 PM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, northern Oswego, and western Lewis counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will rapidly fall below freezing this afternoon into early evening and create icy conditions. 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ NYZ012-019-020-085-200600- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 112 PM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ EAJ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-19 12:13:20 338 WWUS41 KBUF 191812 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 112 PM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 NYZ006>008-200900- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 112 PM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, northern Oswego, and western Lewis counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will rapidly fall below freezing this afternoon into early evening and create icy conditions. 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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ NYZ012-019-020-085-200600- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 112 PM EST Fri Dec 19 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ EAJ Action: Continued Issued At: 2025-12-19 23:50:07 288 WWUS41 KBUF 200549 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1249 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 NYZ012-019-020-085-200700- /O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 1249 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM EST EARLY THIS MORNING... Lake effect snow will continue to diminish overnight, therefore the Winter Weather Advisory will be allowed to expire. $$ NYZ006>008-201200- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1249 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of two inches or less in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, Oswego, and soutern Lewis counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ HSK Action: Expired Issued At: 2025-12-19 23:50:07 288 WWUS41 KBUF 200549 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1249 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 NYZ012-019-020-085-200700- /O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T0600Z/ Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park, and Springville 1249 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM EST EARLY THIS MORNING... Lake effect snow will continue to diminish overnight, therefore the Winter Weather Advisory will be allowed to expire. $$ NYZ006>008-201200- /O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 1249 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of two inches or less in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Mainly southern Jefferson, Oswego, and soutern Lewis counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. Submit snow reports through our website or social media. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, be careful on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ HSK Action: Cancelled Issued At: 2025-12-20 02:01:11 710 WWUS41 KBUF 200800 WSWBUF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 300 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 NYZ006>008-200900- /O.CAN.KBUF.WW.Y.0038.000000T0000Z-251220T1200Z/ Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville 300 AM EST Sat Dec 20 2025 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Lake effect snow has diminished, therefore the Winter Weather Advisory has been cancelled. $$ HSK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||