Weather Service issues alert for high winds
STATE COLLEGE, PA – The National Weather Service says a front will be blowing through on Saturday and power outages or downed tree limbs could result.
The NWS advisory:
Wind Advisory from SAT 4:00 PM EST until SUN 1:00 AM EST
Action Recommended
Execute a pre-planned activity identified in the instructions
Issued By
State College – PA, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
Portions of central Pennsylvania
Description
…WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 AM EST SUNDAY… WHAT…West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph expected. WHERE…Portions of central Pennsylvania.
WHEN…The strongest winds are expected between 6 PM and 11 PM. IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects including holiday decorations. For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind. The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.
