The Buffalo-Niagara region is preparing for another round of snowfall after powerful winds on Monday caused massive chunks of Lake Erie ice to break free and travel down the Niagara River, while also pushing ice piles onto shorelines like Hoover Beach in Woodlawn.
Although winds have calmed, National Weather Service (NWS) forecasters warn that a widespread snowfall is expected Tuesday night into Wednesday, with Winter Weather Advisories already in place for several counties.
Snowfall Forecast: What to Expect
NWS meteorologist Liz Jurkowski cautions that the region is not out of the woods yet, as another snowfall event is set to impact Western New York.
“We have another widespread snowfall tonight (Tuesday), leaving a couple, 2 to 4 inches arriving to the area this evening,” Jurkowski told WBEN.
Key snowfall predictions include:
- Buffalo-Niagara area: 2 to 4 inches of snowfall
- Higher elevations south of Buffalo & Chautauqua Ridge: 4 to 8 inches due to lake enhancement
This new snowfall is expected to arrive late Tuesday evening, potentially impacting the Tuesday evening commute.
Winter Weather Advisory in Effect
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the following counties:
- Southern Erie
- Wyoming
- Chautauqua
- Cattaraugus
⏳ Advisory Timing: 6 p.m. Tuesday – 6 p.m. Wednesday
Monday’s Strong Winds Cause Ice and Power Issues
Monday’s powerful winds caused significant disruptions across Western New York, including:
- Peak wind gusts reaching 66 mph in Dunkirk
- Tree damage and downed power lines reported
- Ice from Lake Erie breaking free and moving down the Niagara River
- Ice buildup along the Lake Erie shoreline, particularly at Hoover Beach
After Monday’s intense winds, the Buffalo-Niagara region is now facing a widespread snowfall event, with Winter Weather Advisories in place. Travelers should prepare for potentially hazardous road conditions, especially Tuesday evening into Wednesday. Stay tuned for further weather updates as conditions evolve.
