Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 15 at 1:28AM EDT until March 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 14, 2026 - 10:28pm
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...South to southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60
mph expected through tonight. Winds become southwest Monday
morning with gusts up to 50mph.
* WHERE...Chautauqua and Southern Erie Counties. Strongest gusts
tonight expected along the northwest downslope region of the
Chautauqua Ridge and to the Lake Erie shoreline. Strongest wind
gusts Monday will be countywide.
* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* 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; Southern Erie
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov