Allegany

(WNY News Now)Buffalo, New YorkA Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Allegany County by the Buffalo National Weather Service (NWS), and it will be in effect from January 2 at 3:16 AM EST to January 5 at 6:00 PM EST. A lake effect snow event is predicted to bring heavy accumulations and strong gusts, so locals and visitors are advised to prepare for difficult circumstances. Snow and Wind to Create Treacherous Conditions Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are warned of in the alert, particularly in the higher elevations of western Allegany County. Up to 40 mph gusts of accompanying winds could cause blowing and drifting snow, which would significantly impair visibility. Thursday's morning and evening commutes are expected to be affected by the dangerous weather, w...

(WNY News Now)Buffalo, New YorkA Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for a number of Western New York counties by the Buffalo-based National Weather Service (NWS). The advisory alerts locals to heavy snowfall and dangerous driving conditions, and it will be in force from 7 a.m. today until 6 a.m. on Saturday. Snowfall Forecast and Impacted Areas What to Expect: Both urban and rural regions are expected to have snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches. The following counties are under advisory: Erie Niagara Orleans Monroe Genesee Wyoming Livingston Chautauqua Cattaraugus Allegany Impacts: It is anticipated that untreated roads will get slick and blanketed in snow, making driving difficult. Commuters should prepare for dan...

(WNY News Now) The Buffalo-based National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Allegany, Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee counties, warning Western New Yorkers to expect dangerous winter conditions. There is a chance of heavy snowfall and strong gusts during the advisory, which starts at 7 PM on December 4 and ends at 4 AM on December 6.Key Details:Expected Snowfall:Allegany County: 4 to 8 inches, with heaviest accumulation in higher terrain.Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties: 3 to 7 inches.Winds:Gusts reaching up to 50 mph will result in blowing and drifting snow, reducing visibility to dangerous levels.Impacts:Travel: Hazardous driving conditions are expected, especially during the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Snow-cove...