Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 31 at 3:58PM EDT until March 31 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 31, 2026 - 12:58pm
Expires:
March 31, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 357 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Franklinville, or 20 miles north of Olean, moving
east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Franklinville, Belfast, Rushford, Houghton, Caneadea, Farmersville
Station, Hardy Corners, and Fillmore.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Allegany, NY; Cattaraugus, NY
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY
Sender: