HEADLINE: High Wind Warning issued January 9 at 12:45AM EST until January 9 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…South to southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55
mph through this morning. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts
up to 60 mph late morning through the early evening.

* WHERE…Chautauqua and Southern Erie Counties. Strongest gusts
through the morning will be downslope regions of the Chautauqua
Ridge to the Lake Erie shoreline. Strongest gusts late morning and
through the evening hours will be region-wide.

* WHEN…Until 10 PM EST this evening. Peak gusts likely between 3
pm and 7 pm.

* IMPACTS…Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high-profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Wind gusts this morning will be perpendicular
to the New York State Thruway, making for challenging travel for
high-profile vehicles.

INSTRUCTIONS: Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible,
remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY