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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1241 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025

NYZ019-191745-
Chautauqua-
1241 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 1 AM EST
SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western New York.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Warning.
   Winter Weather Advisory.

Accumulating snow is expected on the Chautuaqua Ridge Friday through
Friday night. The combination of snow and gusty winds will produce
blowing and drifting snow with poor visibilities.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1235 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025

NYZ019-190600-
/O.CON.KBUF.HW.W.0003.251218T2000Z-251220T0600Z/
Chautauqua-
Including the cities of Jamestown
1235 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  expected this afternoon through tonight. Southwest winds 20 to 30
  mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected Friday and Friday night.

* WHERE...Chautauqua County. The strongest winds will likely be on
  the northern slope of the Chautauqua Ridge along the Lake Erie
  shore this afternoon through this evening. The strong winds will
  be county-wide Friday and Friday night.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Scattered power outages are likely. Travel may be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. The southeast winds will be
  a crosswind on the New York State Thruway. Strong winds will blow
  around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible,
remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

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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.

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