(WNY News Now) – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo has issued an urgent Snow Squall Warning for parts of northeastern Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, and northwestern Monroe Counties.
Hazard Details
At 7:40 AM EST, radar and webcams detected an intense snow squall line across the Niagara Frontier, moving southeast at approximately 15 mph.
Key Threats:
- Heavy snow bursts reducing visibility to near zero.
- Wind gusts exceeding 40 mph, causing blowing and drifting snow.
- Rapidly deteriorating road conditions, especially on I-90 between exits 47 and 56.
Locations under threat include Buffalo, Rochester, Cheektowaga, Greece, Irondequoit, and Lockport.
Urgent Travel Advice
The NWS emphasizes caution for anyone traveling during the warning period:
- Delay travel if possible. Wait for the squall to pass.
- If you must drive, reduce speed, use headlights, and increase following distance.
- Prepare for sudden whiteout conditions and slick roads.
Rapid changes in weather conditions may cause accidents. Authorities advise residents to stay informed and take precautions during this brief but dangerous event.
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