Buffalo, NY – A winter weather advisory has been issued for Buffalo and Western New York, with 4 inches of snow expected today. The advisory is in effect from 3 p.m. until midnight, impacting the evening commute and creating hazardous road conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, snowfall will begin this afternoon, intensifying into the evening hours. Drivers are urged to prepare for slippery and snow-covered roads across Erie County. Visibility will be reduced, particularly along key routes in Buffalo, making travel dangerous during peak hours.
After today’s snowfall, conditions remain active throughout the weekend. Friday will see lingering lake-effect snow showers with highs near 23 degrees and winds gusting up to 30 mph. Accumulations will be lighter, but blowing snow may still reduce visibility.
Saturday brings occasional snow showers in the afternoon, with temperatures climbing to a high of 28 degrees. By Sunday, residents can expect partly cloudy skies and a brief respite from snowfall before another weather system approaches early next week.
Residents in Buffalo and surrounding areas should monitor weather updates and use caution while traveling during heavy snowfall. Dress for freezing conditions as wind chills will make temperatures feel even colder.
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