Wind Advisory

This is an important message from ReadyPhiladelphia. Wind Advisory in effect from NOW until 4PM THIS AFTERNOON. Gusts up to 50 mph are possible.  Exercise caution. ... Wind Advisory in effect until 4 PM EDT this afternoon... ... High Wind Warning is cancelled... The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Wind Advisory... which is in effect until 4 PM EDT this afternoon. The High Wind Warning has been cancelled. * Winds... northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Timing... the highest gusts and greatest potential for damaging winds should occur in the next hour or two. Northwest winds are expected to decrease gradually this afternoon. * Impacts... downed power lines and trees... especially trees that are already flowering and leafing out... may potentially result in power outages. Some damage is possible to building structures. Difficult driving conditions... especially for high profile vehicles on north-south roads due to cross winds... and also on bridges and other elevated roadways. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Wind Advisory means that very windy conditions are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Light-weight outdoor objects such as patio furniture and garbage cans should be secured. 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.