Cold Weather Advisory

Locations Affected

Buffalo, NY ∙ Rochester, NY ∙ Niagara Falls, NY ∙ Shelby, NY ∙ Silver Springs, NY ∙ Cassadaga, NY ∙ Tuscarora, NY ∙ Conewango, NY ∙ South Lima, NY ∙ Sardinia, NY

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 1217 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM FRIDAY TO 10 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero expected. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Northern Erie, Genesee, Livingston, and Ontario Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below zero or colder. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

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