The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory in effect from noon until 6 p.m.
* AREAS AFFECTED: Portions of south central, central, and eastern
Virginia, and the lower eastern shore of Maryland and Virginia.
* WINDS: West to southwest 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 to 45
mph, shifting to the west to northwest late in the afternoon.
* TIMING: The strongest winds are expected during the mid to late
afternoon hours.
* IMPACTS: Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power
lines. Isolated power outages will be possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult…especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
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