Apr 29, 2020

NWS issues wind advisories for our area

Posted Apr 29, 2020 5:28 PM

Wind advisories have been issued for our area.

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect until 6 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.

Ellsworth County

Lincoln County

Marion County

McPherson County

Saline County

Northwest winds of 30 to 35 mph with gusts 40 to 45 mph are expected through 6 p.m.

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high

profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

NWS in Topeka has issued a wind advisory in effect until 6 p.m. for the following counties in our area.

Clay County

Cloud County

Dickinson County

Ottawa County

Republic County

Northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected through 6 p.m.

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.