WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* Winds...South 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, higher gusts
along ridgetops.
* Timing...This afternoon into early this evening.
* Impacts...These strong winds could topple weaker trees and
limbs, with localized power outages possible.
* Locations...Southern West Virginia, Southwest Virginia, and
the North Carolina Mountains.
* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Wind Advisory is issued when winds could cause minor property
damage without extra precautions and power outages from fallen
trees. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.
