High Wind Warning Issued for East Central Iowa with Gusts Up to 60 MPH Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Quad Cities IA IL has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of east central Iowa. This warning follows a Wind Advisory currently in effect. The High Wind Warning is classified as a severe meteorological event with a high likelihood of impact.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the following counties in Iowa:

• Benton
• Iowa
• Johnson
• Linn
• Buchanan
• Delaware

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and stay away from windows.
• Watch for falling debris and tree limbs.
• Use extra caution if you must drive, as winds this strong can make travel difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles.
• Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around by the wind.

Expected Conditions

Two distinct phases of wind activity are expected:

• During the Wind Advisory: South winds of 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
• During the High Wind Warning: West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

Impacts include hazardous travel conditions, potential damage to tree limbs, and the possibility of power outages.

Timeline

• Wind Advisory: Remains in effect until 1:00 AM CDT Friday, March 13.
• High Wind Warning: Effective from 1:00 AM CDT Friday until 3:00 PM CDT Friday, March 13.