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High Wind Warning
ActiveMadison; Yancey; Mitchell; Swain; Haywood
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Severe
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning at elevations above 3500 feet, southeast winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory in effect below 3500 feet, southeast winds 5 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Most of the mountains of western North Carolina, from Graham and Macon counties northeast to Mitchell County.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines especially in higher elevations. Widespread power outages are expected in higher elevations. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, and may cause a few tree limbs to fall and cause isolated power outages in lower elevations.
Instructions
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Data from the National Weather Service
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