High Wind Watch

This is an important message from ReadyPhiladelphia. High Wind Watch in effect from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. Damaging gusts between 50 to 60 mph are possible. Prepare for power outages.  The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a High Wind Watch, which is in effect from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. Winds: Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph. Timing: A strong cold front will sweep across the area Saturday night, with a rapid increase in the winds overnight and continuing through much of Sunday. The winds are expected to diminish later Sunday afternoon and especially Sunday evening. Impacts: Trees and power lines may be downed. This may lead to scattered power outages, and difficulty driving high profile vehicles especially on bridges and other elevated roadways. Precautionary & Preparedness Actions: A high wind watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. For additional updates and weather information, visit www.weather.gov/phi For all current NWS Watches, Warnings, or Advisories, visit http://goo.gl/xfexUk      For further information on emergency preparedness, visit www.phila.gov/ready     You received this message because you are registered with ReadyPhiladelphia. To change your Alert preferences, Login. For questions, e-mail warning@phila.gov.