Winter Storm Warning Issued for Wyoming, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Western New York, forecasting up to 10 inches of snow and 60 mph wind gusts through Saturday morning.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Western New York
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Buffalo NY
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Western New York.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Buffalo, NY has issued a Winter Storm Warning, which is effective from 5:00 PM EDT Friday, March 13, through 11:00 AM EDT Saturday, March 14.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts Wyoming, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie counties. According to the National Weather Service, the highest snowfall amounts are expected to occur across Wyoming County.
What You Should Do
Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions, particularly at higher elevations. Residents are advised to prepare for potential power outages and hazardous driving. The agency encourages the public to submit snow reports through their website or social media platforms.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are expected in the hardest-hit areas. The highest totals will be found across the ridgetops of Wyoming County and surrounding hilltops in Southern Erie and northern Cattaraugus counties. Lower elevations, including the Buffalo Southtowns and southern Cattaraugus County, can expect significantly lower accumulations of 2 to 4 inches.
- Wind and Visibility: Winds are forecast to gust between 50 and 60 mph, producing areas of blowing snow that will significantly reduce visibility.
- Infrastructure Impacts: Strong winds are expected to cause scattered instances of tree damage and power outages.
Timeline
The alert onset begins at 5:00 PM EDT on Friday, March 13. The warning is scheduled to expire at 11:00 AM EDT on Saturday, March 14.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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