Several Counties Upgraded To High Wind Warning Until 4:00 AM

| April 13, 2020 @ 1:32 am

…HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CDT EARLY THIS MORNING…
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CDT THIS MORNING…

* WHAT…For the High Wind Warning, west winds greater than 50 mph
with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to
25 mph expected with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE…Portions of central, east central and northeast
Alabama.

* WHEN…For the High Wind Warning, until 4 AM CDT early this
morning. For the Wind Advisory, until 8 AM CDT this morning.

* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

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.

Category: Alabama's Weather, ALL POSTS, Severe Weather

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Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.

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