High Wind Warning Cancelled/Wind Advisory in Effect
Written by WBTA STAFF on February 25, 2019
Press Release:
Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Chautauqua-Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Buffalo, Batavia, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville
949 AM EST Mon Feb 25 2019
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON…
…HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED…
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect until 4 PM EST this afternoon. The High Wind Warning has been cancelled.
* LOCATIONS…Niagara, Orleans, Erie, Genesee, and Chautauqua counties.
* TIMING…Through late this afternoon.
* WINDS…West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* IMPACTS…Strong wind gusts will bring down trees and power lines and result in numerous power outages. Shallow rooted pines will be particularly vulnerable. Minor property damage is also possible, especially to roofs and siding. Travel in high profile vehicles will be very difficult at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Strong wind gusts of up to 57 mph will make driving difficult and could result in minor property damage. Home owners should secure personal property.
