Buffalo snowstorm News

Western New York Epic Snowstorm Claims 14th Life

Authorities in western New York have attributed a 14th death to last month’s lake-effect storms that dumped more than 7 feet of snow on the Buffalo area. Local media report that Erie County officials say a man from Hamburg has …

Western New York Governments Seek Federal Aid After Record Snowfall

Communities in western New York are tallying the costs of last month’s epic snowstorm to see if it meets the threshold for federal assistance. The storm cost Erie County government at least $7.5 million in damage, overtime and snow removal …

After Buffalo Storm Banks Asked to Waive Late Fees

New York’s attorney general has asked banks and utilities to waive late payment fees for residents in western New York who were affected by the recent snow storm. The storm dumped as much as 7 feet of snow on areas …

Upstate New York Residents See More Roof Collapses After Record Snowfall

Roofs began to creak and collapse under the weight as another storm Thursday added to epic snowfall in western New York state. The three-day snowfall total reached 6 feet (1.8 meters) or more in the Buffalo area. Some areas received …