Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 16 at 1:54PM EDT until March 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 10:54am
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 12:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 7 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will produce blowing and drifting
snow overnight through Tuesday.
* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest
accumulations will be across higher terrain inland from Lake Erie.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and
poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday
evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Gusty winds will down tree
branches and cause isolated power outages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A rapid drop in temperatures this evening may
produce very icy conditions on untreated roads, sidewalks, and
parking lots.
Instruction:
Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Area Description:
Chautauqua; Cattaraugus
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY