UPDATE 7:51 a.m. Friday:
The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning in effect from 3-10 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.
Jewell County
Mitchell County
Strong northwest winds, sustained as high as 30 to 40 mph with peak gusts of at least 50 mph likely, and potentially damaging gusts around 60 mph possible.
Areas of blowing dust are likely within at least portions of the warning area, perhaps reducing visibility to less than 1 mile. The most intense winds will likely last 2 to 4 hours in most locations, immediately along and behind a powerful cold front. Potentially damaging winds will start and end within the Warning area at different times, and not occur for the entire duration of the warning.
Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. 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.
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By SALINA POST
Wind advisories have been issued for counties in our area on Friday.
The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect from 9 a.m. Friday to 12 a.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.
Ellsworth County
Lincoln County
Marion County
McPherson County
Saline County
West winds at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected.
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.
The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a wind advisory in effect from 5 p.m. Friday to 12 a.m. Saturday for the following counties in our area.
Clay County
Cloud County
Dickinson County
Ottawa County
Northwest winds at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected.
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.