Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Cattaraugus County, New York
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued September 2 at 8:40PM EDT until September 2 at 9:15PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
At 839 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Cohocton to 6 miles southwest of Belfast to 9 miles east of Frewsburg, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. Locations impacted include... Olean, Salamanca, Wellsville, Allegany State Park, Alfred, Ashford, Allegany, Franklinville, Belfast, and Cuba. This includes Interstate 86 between exits 16 and 33.
Effective September 2, 2026 at 8:40 PM ET · Expires September 2, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Buffalo NY
Expires
September 2, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for western New York. This is a DANGEROUS SITUATION. These storms are producing widespread wind damage across Western New York. SEEK SHELTER NOW inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Cattaraugus County, New York?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire September 2, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET.
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Allegany County, Livingston County.