Wind advisory for western New York until 10 p.m

Strong winds are expected in parts of western New York on Monday. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a wind advisory lasting until 10 p.m. The advisory covers Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, and northern Erie counties. Residents can expect sustained winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. Areas with higher terrain, such as Chautauqua and southern Erie counties, may see gusts up to 45 mph. In Monroe County, gusts could reach 30 mph. The windy conditions may lead to power outages due to downed trees or branches. Additionally, a winter weather advisory is in effect until 10 a.m. Monday for Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis counties. These areas could see gusts up to 40 mph, along with up to 2 inches of snow and some ice accumulation. Motorists should be cautious of slick roads during the morning commute. Temperatures in upstate New York are expected to range from the upper 40s to low 50s. However, it will feel colder due to the wind. Near Watertown, highs are predicted to be in the upper 30s.