Wind Advisory

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Wind Advisory in effect from 8AM until 8PM, today (3/15). Gusts up to 45 mph are possible.  Exercise caution.

Wind Advisory in effect from 8 am this morning to 8 PM EDT

this evening... 

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Wind

Advisory, which is in effect from 8 am this morning to 8 PM EDT

this evening.

* Winds... west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing... winds will begin to increase after sunrise. The

  strongest winds are expected from mid morning through late this

  afternoon. Winds should begin to diminish early this evening. 

* Impacts... strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power

  lines. Scattered power outages are expected. There is a higher

  risk of tree and power line damage today due to ice accretion 

  in many locations and saturated ground.

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.

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