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Strong winds with gusts up to 70 mph are impacting Western New York, causing power outages, followed by lake effect snow that could accumulate 4-8 inches in some areas, leading to travel issues and blowing snow through midweek.
High winds accompanied Lake Effect Snow across Western New York, with the National Weather Service reporting gusts up to 56 mph in Buffalo. Other notable wind speeds included 55 mph in Hamburg and Niagara Falls Airport, and 52 mph at Dunkirk Airport. The region continues to experience significant weather conditions as snow warnings remain in effect.
Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency in several Western New York counties, including Erie, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Genesee, and Wyoming, due to severe lake-effect snow expected to bring over two feet of accumulation and wind gusts up to 45 mph. Travel bans and road closures have been implemented in affected areas, with specific restrictions on highways and for certain vehicles. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay informed through emergency alerts.
Western New York experienced significant lake-effect snowfall over the weekend, leading to a state of emergency declared by Governor Kathy Hochul for several counties, including Erie, Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus. Snowfall totals reached up to 37.7 inches in some areas, prompting travel bans and advisories. While driving bans in Erie County were lifted, a travel advisory remains in effect for many parts. The lake-effect snow warning continues until Monday evening for certain counties.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency for several Western New York counties, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genessee, and Wyoming, due to the onset of lake effect snow. The emergency declaration includes a ban on empty and tandem commercial vehicles on certain highways, such as I-90, State Route 219, and I-86, until further notice. The snow is expected to continue throughout the weekend, impacting travel and safety in the region.
A Western New York native, Mackenzie Michalski, was killed in Budapest after going missing earlier this week. Hungarian police have arrested a 37-year-old Irish man who confessed to the murder and led authorities to her body. Michalski, a nurse practitioner from Portland, Oregon, was last seen at a nightclub. Her family expressed gratitude to authorities and the community for their support. A candlelight vigil will be held in her honor in Fredonia.
The final forecast for the total solar eclipse in Buffalo predicts partly to mostly cloudy skies, but experts remain cautiously optimistic about potential breaks in the cloud cover during the event. While high-level clouds may be semi-transparent, the opacity of mid-level clouds remains uncertain. The eclipse is expected to begin just after 2 p.m. with the total eclipse starting at 3:18 p.m. Despite the less-than-ideal forecast, there may still be intermittent opportunities to view the eclipse, and Monday is expected to be a lovely spring day with mild weather.
A total solar eclipse will darken Western New York on Monday, with Buffalo experiencing over three minutes of totality starting at 3:18 p.m. Eclipse glasses are necessary for viewing the partial eclipse, and various events are planned across the region. Some schools, businesses, and government offices will be closed or have altered hours. Taking photos of the partial eclipse with a phone can damage it, but it's safe to do so during totality. The next total solar eclipse in Buffalo is not expected until October 26, 2144.
The total solar eclipse will darken Western New York on Monday afternoon, and meteorologist Joe Martucci provides a cloud cover forecast to identify the clearest sky for optimal viewing conditions.
Two third-prize-winning Powerball tickets worth $50,000 each were sold in Western New York at Farm Fresh Market in Buffalo and Wegmans in West Seneca. The Powerball jackpot has risen to an estimated $865 million after no one won on Monday night's drawing.
Hotels, motels, and Airbnbs in Buffalo-Niagara are charging exorbitant rates for the total solar eclipse on April 8, with some prices exceeding five times their usual rates. The event is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to Western New York, providing a welcome boost to the local tourism industry during a typically slow season. Local attractions and cultural centers are offering special events to cater to the crowds, and some are jump-starting their season to capitalize on the influx of visitors.
Lake effect snow continues in Western New York with some towns in Monroe County receiving over half an inch of accumulation. A warm front will shift wind direction to southwest, impacting Buffalo more directly and leading to potential accumulation in portions of Orleans and Genesee counties. Winter weather advisories are in place until Sunday afternoon for some areas. Temperatures will drop to the upper teens on Saturday night, with wind gusts reaching 40-45 mph on Sunday, resulting in much colder wind chill.
Buffalo suburbs in Western New York have been hit with 5-6 feet of snow since Saturday, with West Seneca receiving the most at 74.8 inches. A second lake-effect snow system added more than 2 feet in some areas this week. The National Weather Service has reported snowfall totals for various towns in Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties, with some areas receiving up to 37.8 inches from Tuesday to Thursday morning.
Due to ongoing lake effect snow in Western New York, several school districts, including Buffalo Public Schools, West Seneca Central School District, Orchard Park Central School District, Lackawanna City School District, and Lancaster Central School District, have announced closures for Friday. Residents are advised to check for the latest closings and weather updates.
Lake effect snow is impacting portions of Western New York, leading to school closures on Thursday for districts including Buffalo Public Schools, West Seneca Central School District, Williamsville Central School District, Sweet Home Central School District, Hamburg Central School District, Orchard Park Central School District, and Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District. A Lake Effect Snow Warning is in place until 7 p.m. on Thursday for Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming Counties, while a Winter Weather Advisory is in place until 7 p.m. Wednesday for Niagara County.