The National Weather Service in Omaha has issued WIND ADVISORY in effect from 10-a.m. today (Thursday) until 7-p.m. for Harrison, Pottawattamie, and Shelby Counties, and from 10-a.m. today until 10-p.m., for Monona County.

A FREEZE WARNING is now in effect from 5-a.m. Friday until 9-a.m. Friday, for Harrison, Pottawattamie, Shelby, Mills, Montgomery, Fremont and Page Counties.

The Freeze Watch issued Wednesday afternoon, was cancelled and replaced by the Freeze Warning.

* TIMING…Strong northwest winds expected around noon today and continuing through the afternoon. Freezing temperatures expected Friday morning.

* WINDS…Northwest increasing to 30 to 35 mph with gusts 40 to 45 mph.

* TEMPERATURE…At or below freezing Friday morning.

* IMPACTS…Cold temperatures will result in a killing freeze ending the growing season this year.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 to 39 mph are expected for one hour or longer, or winds of 45 to 57 mph for any duration. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.