Via NWS : Numerous high wind warnings and other high wind advisories are in effect today. Click on the image above for the lates updates from NWS.
Via NWS : Numerous high wind warnings and other high wind advisories are in effect today. Click on the image above for the lates updates from NWS.
HIGH WIND WARNING / ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
940 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-Central Virginia Blue Ridge-
Including the cities of Big Meadows and Wintergreen
940 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Central and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The long duration of high wind will likely
aid in widespread tree damage and power outages.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
940 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021
Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-Madison-King George-
Including the cities of Lovingston, Charlottesville,
Stanardsville, Madison, and Dahlgren
940 AM EDT Fri Apr 30 2021
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Nelson, Albemarle, Greene, Madison and King George
Counties, including the independent city of Charlottesville.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The long duration of wind will likely aid
in numerous instances of tree damage and power outages.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
