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Wind Advisory for all of western/southwest IA today (4/30)

News, Weather

April 30th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for the entire KJAN listening area, effect 10-a.m. today (Monday) until 7-p.m.

The strongest winds will arrive around or just before noon and persist through the afternoon until close to sunset.  Wind Speeds of near 30 mph with gusts to near 45 mph at times. Stronger winds of up to 50mph can be expected in the far west/southwest Counties.

The strong winds and dry surface fuels will lead to a very high fire danger today and open burning is discouraged. Strong crosswinds will also affect vehicles on east-west roads, especially those with high profiles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or wind gusts of 45 mph or greater are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.