lake effect snow, Western New York

Tracking latest burst of lake effect snow in Western New York
The latest round of lake effect snow to impact Western New York packed a bit of a punch on Thursday, especially during the morning commute across portions of Southern and Central Erie County. Read mor
Lake Effect Snow Warning now posted for Buffalo, much of Western New York
We’re keeping a close eye on conditions that will make way for another battle with lake effect snow beginning later in the day Wednesday and extend through the end of the week.
Lake Effect Snow Warning: Heavy snow to impact Western New York Wednesday through Friday
A Lake Effect Snow Warning has been issued for parts of Western New York this Wednesday through Friday. Expect school closings and cancellations.
Who got the most lake effect snow so far? See 80 totals in Upstate NY (chart)
Shortly after 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, this is the view from a state DOT camera on the state Thruway south of Buffalo near Eden/Angola. There is near zero visibility due to snow and blowing snow. State DOT
State of emergency declared in New York as lake-effect snowstorm blasts Great Lakes
A state of emergency has been declared in several New York counties as Great Lakes communities from Michigan to the Empire State get blasted by another significant lake-effect snowstorm of the season.
White-Out Conditions as New York Hit by Lake-Effect Snow Event
Lake-effect snow occurs when cold, dry air moves over a body of water, in this case, the Great Lakes, and picks up moisture from the lake's surface. When the air moves over land, it cools, and the moisture condenses, leading to snowfall.
Multiple feet of lake-effect snow to hit parts of NY later this week
Heavy lake-effect snow is expected to develop east of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, with “multiple feet of snow” possible in the region.
Lake effect snow warnings issued across New York. See latest snow projections
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued lake effect snow warnings for several counties across New York, effective Wednesday evening through Friday. Residents should prepare for significant snowfall, strong winds, and hazardous travel conditions, according to the Weather Service.
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Live updates: Hochul declares state of emergency in advance of lake-effect storm, closings begin
Forecasters predict heavy lake-effect snow bands with near-whiteout conditions will have a significant impact on travel for ...
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Lake effect storm blog: Follow here for updates on mid-December storm
As the latest lake effect snowstorm rolls through Western New York, you can check the latest closings, cancellations, delays and alerts here.
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Photos: Heavy lake effect storm takes aim at Southtowns
The Southtowns and northern Chautauqua County woke up on Thursday to heavy lake effect snow across the region. See a gallery of viewer submitted photos below: West Falls, ...
Kathy Hochul declares state of emergency in several NY counties over lake-effect snowstorm
The third significant lake-effect snowstorm that’s blasting Great Lakes communities with strong winds and heavy snow has led ...