Mar 24, 2011 09:37
... High Wind Warning now in effect from 7 am this morning to 5 PM
PDT this afternoon...
The High Wind Warning is now in effect from 7 am this morning to
5 PM PDT this afternoon.
* Winds: southeast to south winds of 20 to 40 mph with gusts 45
to 55 mph. Local gusts up to 70 mph.
* Timing: the strongest winds are expected in mid to late morning
hours through early afternoon. The winds will decrease in the
late afternoon.
* Locations include: Sacramento... Stockton... Modesto... Chico...
Paradise... Grass Valley... Lakeport
* impacts: possible downed trees and power outages. Difficult
driving conditions especially for small cars and high
profile vehicles. Loose objects should be tied down or
brought inside.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property
damage.
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