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Travel Advisory Issued as Winter Storm Hits Erie County

1/19/2026

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A Travel Advisory is in effect for Erie County, New York, due to a long-duration winter storm expected to last until Wednesday.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect, with 10 to 20 inches of snowfall expected, especially in southern Niagara and western Genesee counties.
Heavy lake-effect snow is expected late tonight, bringing rates up to 2 inches per hour and wind chills as low as -20°F, affecting commutes.

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A Travel Advisory is in effect for Erie County, New York, due to a long-duration winter storm expected to last until Wednesday.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect, with 10 to 20 inches of snowfall expected, especially in southern Niagara and western Genesee counties.
Heavy lake-effect snow is expected late tonight, bringing rates up to 2 inches per hour and wind chills as low as -20°F, affecting commutes.