The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind Watch, which is in effect from Sunday morning through Monday morning.
* Winds...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts over 60 mph possible.
* Timing...Winds increasing Sunday morning and continuing through Sunday night into early Monday morning, especially at the higher elevations.
* Impacts...Tree limbs will be blown down. Trees in waterlogged soil will topple over, increasing the potential for power outages. Driving high profile vehicles will be very difficult.
* Locations...Along and west of the Blue Ridge
* Hazards...Strong wind gusts
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a wind event. Sustained winds of at least 40 mph...or gusts of 58 mph or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
