High Wind Warning Issued for Clearfield County: Gusts Up to 60 MPH Expected

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Clearfield County, Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Clearfield County, effective until Saturday morning, with damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph possible.

Alert Details

A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in State College, PA. The alert is effective from 4:30 PM EDT on Friday, March 13, through 8:00 AM EDT on Saturday, March 14.

Affected Areas

This warning specifically impacts Clearfield County.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to take the following precautions:

  • Do not touch downed power lines and report any outages immediately to your local electric company.
  • Travel is highly discouraged due to the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
  • Be aware that travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.

Expected Conditions

According to the NWS, the region can expect west winds ranging from 20 to 30 mph. Peak wind gusts are forecast to reach up to 60 mph. These conditions are expected to cause damaging winds that will likely blow down trees and power lines, resulting in expected power outages.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning began at 4:30 PM EDT on Friday, March 13, and is scheduled to expire at 8:00 AM EDT on Saturday, March 14.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this weather alerts alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Clearfield County, effective until Saturday morning, with damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph possible.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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