BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — We are tracking the threat for severe weather across Western New York Tuesday afternoon. You can follow along below for updates or watch the video at the top of the page for the latest forecast.
3:30 p.m. update: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings and Watches
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 4:00 p.m. for northern Wyoming County, east central Erie County, northwestern Livingston County and southeastern Genesee County.
The weather service says hail damage to vehicles is expected. It also says wind damage to roofs, siding and trees can be expected.
There is also a Severe Thunderstorm Watch posted for all of Western New York until 10:00 p.m. Tuesday.
Original Story:
A strong cold front will push through Western New York on Tuesday.
The Storm Prediction Center has most of WNY in an Enhanced Risk for Severe Storms.
The main storm threat on Tuesday will be damaging winds, but large hail, and isolated tornadoes will be possible.
The best chance for severe storms will be from 3 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday.
