Heavy lake effect snow will persist across Buffalo and surrounding areas tonight, with hazardous travel conditions expected through Friday. Strong winds gusting up to 45 mph will cause significant blowing and drifting snow, creating whiteouts and near-zero visibility in some regions. Snow bands are forecast to intensify, with snowfall rates of 2-3 inches per hour this evening. While winds will ease overnight, snow will continue until Friday night. Temperatures will stay well below freezing, with highs in the low 20s. However, a warm-up is expected by the weekend as high pressure brings quieter weather and a gradual rise in temperatures.
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