Buffalo, NY – An EF-1 tornado touched down this afternoon on the west side of downtown Buffalo, causing significant damage. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed the tornado and released a preliminary damage survey detailing its impact.
According to the NWS, the tornado began at 12:45 PM near the I-190 exit at Niagara Street and ended at 12:51 PM near Tupper Street and Oak Street. The tornado traveled a path length of 1.4 miles with a maximum path width of 300 yards. The estimated maximum wind speed reached 90 mph.
The affected area experienced downed trees, damaged roofs, and debris scattered across streets. Emergency services responded promptly to assess and manage the situation, ensuring public safety and initiating cleanup efforts.
