Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ006-250630-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0012.251127T0600Z-251129T1200Z/
Oswego-
Including the cities of Oswego
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT
THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations
greater than 7 inches possible in the most persistent lake snows.
Winds could gust as high as 40 mph, producing considerable blowing
and drifting snow and near whiteout conditions.
* WHERE...Oswego County.
* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel
treacherous with very poor visibility. Plan on snow covered and
slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact
the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Narrow bands of heavy snow could bring rapidly changing road
conditions and visibilities. Localized travel problems will be
possible.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ007-008-250630-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0012.251127T0600Z-251129T0000Z/
Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations
greater than 7 inches possible in the most persistent lake snows.
Winds could gust as high as 40 mph, producing blowing and drifting
snow and near whiteout conditions.
* WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties.
* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel
treacherous with very poor visibility. Plan on snow covered and
slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact
the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Narrow bands of heavy snow could bring rapidly changing road
conditions and visibilities. Localized travel problems will be
possible.
&&
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Hitchcock
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ010-011-250630-
/O.EXB.KBUF.WS.A.0012.251127T0000Z-251127T2100Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations 7
inches or more possible in the most persistent lake snows. Winds
could gust as high as 50 mph, producing considerable blowing and
drifting snow and near whiteout conditions.
* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. Greatest snow
accumulations will likely be south and east of the City of Buffalo
and in southwest Genesee County.
* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult with slushy, snow covered
roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions could
impact the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period. Gusty winds
could down tree branches and cause isolated power outages.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There remains considerable uncertainty during
the early portion of this lake effect snow event. There remains
some uncertainty with band placement, and considerable uncertainty
with how fast lake effect rain will change to snow. Both of these
factors will determine how much snow ends up accumulating.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ012-019-020-085-250630-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0012.251127T0000Z-251129T0000Z/
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Jamestown, Olean, Orchard Park,
and Springville
1240 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations
greater than 7 inches possible in the most persistent lake snows.
Winds could gust as high as 45 mph, producing considerable blowing
and drifting snow and near whiteout conditions.
* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie
Counties.
* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel
treacherous with very poor visibility. Plan on snow covered and
slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact
the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period. Gusty winds could
down tree branches and cause isolated power outages.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Narrow bands of heavy snow could bring rapidly changing road
conditions and visibilities. Localized travel problems will be
possible.
&&
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albany NY
1220 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ032-038-251015-
/O.NEW.KALY.WS.A.0009.251127T2100Z-251129T1200Z/
Northern Herkimer-Southern Herkimer-
Including the cities of Big Moose, Herkimer, Atwell, Northwood,
Old Forge, Eagle Bay, Little Falls, Mohawk, McKeever, Nobleboro,
Dolgeville, Frankfort, and Ilion
1220 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total accumulations up to
10 inches within the most persistent lake effect bands. Winds
could gust as high as 35 to 40 mph Thursday and Friday.
* WHERE...Herkimer County.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Thanksgiving Holiday travel on
Thursday as well as the Friday morning and evening commutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can
also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
&&
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AG
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
1208 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
PAZ004-005-251115-
/O.NEW.KCTP.WS.A.0009.251127T0600Z-251129T0000Z/
Warren-McKean-
Including the cities of Bradford and Warren
1208 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations 6
inches or more possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...McKean and Warren Counties.
* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The heavy snow and
gusty winds may result in significant to widespread Thanksgiving
holiday travel disruptions. Gusty winds may produce areas of
blowing and drifting snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Be prepared for travel disruptions and rapid changes in visibility
and road conditions.
&&
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For more information from the National Weather Service visit
weather.gov/StateCollege
Steinbugl/Banghoff
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
1149 AM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ009-018-036-037-250500-
/O.NEW.KBGM.WS.A.0009.251127T2100Z-251129T1200Z/
Northern Oneida-Onondaga-Madison-Southern Oneida-
Including the cities of Rome, Oneida, Hamilton, Syracuse,
Boonville, and Utica
1149 AM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations
greater than 7 inches possible in the most persistent lake snows.
Winds could gust as high as 40 mph, producing blowing and drifting
snow and possible whiteout conditions.
* WHERE...Madison, Northern Oneida, Onondaga, and Southern Oneida
Counties.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the busy
Thanksgiving holiday travel period.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can
also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
&&
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Kistner
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1242 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
LOZ042>045-062>065-250630-
/O.EXB.KBUF.GL.A.0013.251126T2100Z-251129T0000Z/
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin
Beach-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint
Lawrence River-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
1242 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...West winds to 40 knots and waves 13 to 17 feet possible.
* WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.
&&
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Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service New York NY
202 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
ANZ331-332-335-338-340-345-251915-
Long Island Sound East of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY to the
Mouth of the Connecticut River-
Long Island Sound East of the Mouth of the Connecticut River-
Long Island Sound West of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY-
New York Harbor-Peconic and Gardiners Bays-
South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet through Shinnecock Bay-
202 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Atlantic coastal waters.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
There is potential for gale force gusts Friday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
&&
This Hazardous Weather Outlook provides a summary of potential
widespread hazardous weather events that may reach NWS warning
criteria. Most long fused NWS watches, warnings, and advisories in
effect are highlighted.
Please refer to the latest NWS forecasts for weather not meeting NWS
warning criteria.
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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ001>005-013-014-021-251745-
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-
Allegany-
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western and north
central New York.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
A strong cold front will cross the region late Wednesday. Winds will
increase along and behind the cold front, with wind gusts of 40 to
50 mph possible late Wednesday through Thursday night.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ006>008-251745-
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT
THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central New York.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Winter Storm Watch.
A strong cold front will cross the region late Wednesday. Winds will
increase along and behind the cold front, with wind gusts of 40 to
50 mph possible late Wednesday through Thursday night.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ010-011-251745-
Northern Erie-Genesee-
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western New York.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Winter Storm Watch.
A strong cold front will cross the region late Wednesday. Winds will
increase along and behind the cold front, with wind gusts of 40 to
50 mph possible late Wednesday through Thursday night.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ012-019-020-085-251745-
Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-Southern Erie-
1244 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western New York.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Winter Storm Watch.
A strong cold front will cross the region late Wednesday. Winds will
increase along and behind the cold front, with wind gusts of 40 to
50 mph possible late Wednesday through Thursday night.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
1225 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ009-018-036-037-251730-
Northern Oneida-Onondaga-Madison-Southern Oneida-
1225 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY MORNING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central New York.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Winter Storm Watch.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures. Please relay
any information about severe weather to the NWS.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
1225 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
NYZ017-044>046-251730-
Southern Cayuga-Cortland-Chenango-Otsego-
1225 PM EST Mon Nov 24 2025
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central New York.
.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.
Lake effect snow will be possible Thursday evening through Saturday
morning southeast of Lake Ontario. Stay tuned to the latest updates
as forecast details become more clear on snow amounts and timing. The
lake effect snow, gusty winds and blowing snow may impact travel
during this timeframe. Winter weather headlines may need to be issued
at a later time.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures. Please relay
any information about severe weather to the NWS.
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