Lake Effect Snow Warning for Parts of WNY

Lake effect snow arrives in the Northtowns Thursday.

The Southtowns dig out from a mid-December lake effect snowstorm.

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Storm totals are now approaching three feet in areas of southern Erie County.

Lake Effect snow will continue South of Buffalo tonight and Friday, some of the snow bands may get into the City for several hours through Friday night. Travel will be more difficult South of Buffalo, but extra time is advised for all travelers. Bitt

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