High Wind Warning until 06:00AM Friday
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Ottawa, Erie, Lorain and Cuyahoga Counties.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 6 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The High Wind Warning for Ottawa and Erie Counties are for the lakeshore areas and the islands offshore.
* AFFECTED AREAS: CUYAHOGA ... OTTAWA ... ERIE ... LORAIN
Instructions:
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.
Address/Location
City of Westlake, Ohio
27700 Hilliard Blvd
Westlake, OH 44145
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 440-871-3311
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- High Wind Warning