Cass-Adair-Madison-Adams-Union Counties… HIGH WIND WATCH from 10-p.m. (3/12) through 7-a.m. Friday.

* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible. Gusts could peak near 60 mph.

Pottawattamie-Mills-Montgomery Counties… HIGH WIND WATCH from 9-p.m. Thursday (3/12) until 3-a.m. Friday

* IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.