Western New York Braces for Winter Storm: Travel Bans and Advisories
Western New York is facing a serious winter weather situation, with heavy snowfall prompting travel bans and advisories across several counties. A Lake Effect Snow Warning is in effect for Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus counties, with the most significant impact expected in northern Erie and Genesee.
Areas Under Travel Restriction
Here’s a list of areas currently reporting travel bans or advisories:
- City of Dunkirk
- Town of Pomfret
- Fredonia
- Town of Aurora
- Village of East Aurora
- Wyoming County
- Town of Brant
- Town of Evans
- Hamburg
- Village of Blasdell
- The 219 highway is closed in both directions.
Tandem and Empty-Trailer Ban
A ban on tandem and empty trailers has been implemented as of midnight Thursday for these routes:
- NY Route 5 from NY 179 to I-190 (Erie County)
- US Route 219 from I-90 to I-86 (Erie and Cattaraugus counties)
- NY Route 400 from I-90 to NY 16 (Erie County)
- I-86 from US 219 to the Pennsylvania State Line (Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties)
State of Emergency
Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for counties expected to be heavily impacted by the storm. This demonstrates the seriousness of the situation and emphasizes the need for residents to take precautions.
Stay Informed
This situation is ongoing and weather conditions can change rapidly. It is essential to stay informed about travel advisories and road closures. Check local news and weather reports for the latest updates and follow the guidance of local authorities.
For your safety, please avoid unnecessary travel and stay updated on the latest weather information.
