Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 12 at 1:59PM EDT until March 14 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 10:59am
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Southerly winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected Friday morning, then southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 60 mph Friday afternoon through late Friday night.
* WHERE...Chautauqua County. Strongest wind gusts Friday morning
will be along the Lake Erie shore, with more widespread winds
across the county late Friday afternoon through Friday night.
* WHEN...From 8 AM Friday to 5 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Chautauqua
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov