High Wind Warning Issued for Northeast Iowa and Southeast Minnesota
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Iowa and Minnesota, with gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and hazardous travel.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in La Crosse, WI has issued a High Wind Warning (NWS alert code: HWW) for portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following counties:
- Iowa: Mitchell, Howard, Winneshiek, Allamakee, Floyd, Chickasaw, Fayette, and Clayton.
- Minnesota: Wabasha, Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower, Fillmore, and Houston.
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. Use extreme caution if you must drive, as travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Expected Conditions
West winds are forecast to reach speeds of 30 to 40 mph, with damaging gusts of up to 60 mph. These conditions are expected to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are anticipated.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective from midnight Thursday night (March 13, 2026) until 10:00 AM CDT Friday.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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