Temperatures will trend warmer through the end of the week. It will be dry today through Friday, then rain will arrive for the weekend. The combination of rain and snowmelt may result in flooding east of Lake Ontario by Sunday and Monday. #nywx

Temperatures will be chilly as you head out the door early this morning, but will warm quickly today with afternoon highs reaching 65 to 70 across Western NY, and 55 to 60 east of Lake Ontario. Expect plenty of sunshine and a light 5 to 10 mph breeze. #nywx

High pressure building across the region will bring fair weather along with a warming trend through mid week. #nywx

Well above normal temperatures are expected for Wednesday afternoon with the potential to set new record highs. Current Record Highs for March 19: -Buffalo Airport – 74 set in 2012 -Rochester Airport – 77 set in 1903 -Watertown Airport – 73 set in 2012

It will feel quite different today than yesterday. Temperatures will slowly fall during the day with showers moving into the region. Gusty winds will continue today with wind gusts 40-50mph expected along the north slopes of the Tug Hill this morning.

Thunderstorms today will focus upon the afternoon through early evening hours. While damaging wind gusts are the primary hazard, large hail and isolated tornado also remain possible. Make sure you have a way to receive any severe thunderstorm warnings that are issued today. #nywx

Here's what's sparking the protests in Rochester today. democratandchronicle.com/story/news/202…

The Rochester Police station aka the Public Safety Building is closed temporarily until further notice but there was someone answering at the door to help answer questions

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for western and north central NY through 10 PM Tonight. Be weather aware and ready to act if a warning is issued for your area.

Fresh, northwest winds today with air temperatures much cooler than yesterday, though a good deal of sunshine will be found across the region. Temperatures rebound back into the 70s Thursday, with chances for afternoon showers and thunderstorms. #nywx

Numerous showers will continue across the Genesee Valley, Finger Lakes region, and eastern Lake Ontario region this morning, before lessening in coverage and intensity through the afternoon. A bit cooler today with highs ranging from the mid 50s to the mid 60s.

ROCHESTER: Road closure: in both directions on I-90 exit 45-exit 46: All lanes blocked

Lingering rain across eastern portions of the area will wind down this morning, with a few more spotty showers possible this afternoon away from lake influences - though the bulk of the afternoon and evening will be dry with highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.

⚠️UPDATE NYS Thruway closure: All lanes now OPEN between Exits 45 & 46 in Monroe County.

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Showers & thunderstorms are expected today from western NY to north central NY. There is a ‘Marginal Risk’ across much of the area for severe thunderstorms & excessive rainfall. Along with potential for moderate to heavy rainfall, gusty winds will also be possible with storms.

The search for the 5-year-old in the Genesee River at High Falls continues

Showers and thunderstorms will develop this afternoon with the potential to produce strong gusty winds and heavy rainfall. Flood Watch for this afternoon and evening. #NYwx

Tornado confirmed in upstate NY with 110 mph winds: Here's where it touched down democratandchronicle.com/story/news/202… via Democrat & Chronicle

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