High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1109 AM EST Fri Feb 8 2019 Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua- Southern Erie- Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Buffalo, Batavia, Warsaw, Jamestown, Orchard Park, and Springville 1109 AM EST Fri Feb 8 2019 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * LOCATIONS...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua counties. * TIMING...Through late this afternoon. * WINDS...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * IMPACTS...Strong wind gusts will bring down trees and power lines and result in scattered 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... High winds of 58 mph or greater will make driving difficult and could result in property damage, including downed trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Home owners should secure loose objects.
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