Gov. Hochul Urges WNY to Stay Off Roads Due to Winter Storm

Gov. Hochul urges WNY to stay off roads due to winter storm

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Western New York's latest winter storm has prompted Gov. Kathy Hochul to issue an advisory to caution commuters to stay off the roads and work from home if they can Monday. With whiteout conditions expected at times along with wind gusts projected to reach upwards of 75 miles per hour

Hochul warns travelers to be cautious of forecasted lake-effect snow, wind

Gov. Hochul joined Spectrum News 1 on Sunday to discuss the concerns for this new round of extreme weather.

Damaging winds, lake-effect snow to usher in Erie County's new year

High winds and lake-effect snow are forecast throughout the region, and gales on Lake Erie could lead to occasional waves as high as 16 feet.

State of emergency set statewide in response to lake-effect snow & high winds

Ice, Heavy Rain and Lake Effect Snow Prompt Statewide Travel Warnings

Hazardous travel conditions are expected across much of New York as a winter weather system brings ice, heavy rain, strong winds and lake effect snow through midweek. Governor Kathy Hochul urged residents on Sunday to use caution and avoid unnecessary travel as the system moves [...]