Marine Thunderstorm Wind · Lake Erie

Marine Thunderstorm Wind August 17, 2025 · Dunkirk To Buffalo Ny, Lake Erie

55 mph

Measured gust (48 kt)

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

A cold front moved across Lake Erie during the early morning hours, resulting in gusty winds up to 48 knots across portions of the lake.

Began near Dunkirk (42.4939, -79.3540).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1293013. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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