Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 3 at 10:40PM EST until January 5 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 3, 2025 - 7:40pm
Expires:
January 4, 2025 - 3:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8
inches in the most persistent lake snows, spread out in several
batches through the weekend. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will
produce areas of blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE...Orleans and Monroe Counties. The greatest accumulations
will likely be along and north of Route 104.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult at times with snow covered
roads. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility.
Instruction:
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.
During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
Area Description:
Orleans; Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY