High Wind Warning Issued for Dubuque, Jones, and Cedar Counties Through Friday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a High Wind Warning (NWS alert code: HWW) preceded by a Wind Advisory. These alerts indicate a significant threat of damaging winds across the region.

Affected Areas

The warning and advisory specifically impact the following regions in Iowa:

• Dubuque County
• Jones County
• Cedar County

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and stay away from windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. If you must drive, use extra caution, as winds of this magnitude make travel difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles. Ensure all outdoor objects are secured to prevent them from being blown away.

Expected Conditions

Conditions will transition through two phases of intensity:

• Wind Advisory Phase: South winds of 20 to 25 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph.
• High Wind Warning Phase: West winds will increase to 25 to 35 mph, with damaging gusts up to 60 mph expected.

Impacts include the potential for blown-down trees and power lines, which are likely to result in widespread power outages.

Timeline

• Wind Advisory: Effective from 5:00 PM Thursday, March 12, until 1:00 AM CDT Friday, March 13.
• High Wind Warning: Effective from 1:00 AM Friday, March 13, until 3:00 PM CDT Friday afternoon.