Pennsylvania Weather & Safety Alerts
2 active alerts · Updated 2026-03-16
Data source: National Weather Service (NWS) Last verified: 2026-03-16
High Wind
High Wind Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 6:45 PM GMT+4
Areas affected: Northern Erie; Southern Erie
High Wind Warning issued March 16 at 2:44AM EDT until March 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
WHAT…South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected this morning, shifting to southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph this afternoon.
WHERE…Northern Erie and Southern Erie Counties.
WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Winds will peak early this morning before shifting to southwest and gradually diminishing by this afternoon, but gusts up to 50 mph are expected at times through this evening.
What to do: Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.
Source: NWS Cleveland OH
Winter Weather
Winter Storm Watch (WATCH) — expires March 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM GMT+4
Areas affected: Southern Erie
Winter Storm Watch issued March 16 at 2:28AM EDT until March 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…Southern Erie County.
WHEN…From this evening through Wednesday morning.
IMPACTS…Plan on slippery conditions with with slower travel likely The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Rain showers will change to snow showers this afternoon, with bands of locally heavy lake effect snow expected to develop tonight as arctic air moves into the region. The lake effect snow will persist into Tuesday night before gradually tapering off. The snowfall amounts will depend on the placement and duration of the most persistent snow bands. In a…
What to do: Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Source: NWS Cleveland OH
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