High Wind Warning Issued for Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of West Virginia, with gusts up to 55 mph expected to cause power outages and travel difficulties through Friday evening.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Charleston, WV, has issued a High Wind Warning for Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. This alert indicates that damaging winds are likely within the specified time window.
Affected Areas
The warning is in effect for the following geographic regions in West Virginia:
- Northwest Pocahontas County
- Southeast Randolph County
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area should take immediate precautions to prepare for high winds. Damaging winds are expected to blow down trees and power lines, and power outages are likely. Travel will be difficult, especially for those operating high-profile vehicles. Additional information and updates can be found at weather.gov/rlx or via the NWS Charleston social media pages.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: Sustained southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts are expected to reach up to 55 mph.
- Hazards: Potential for downed trees, power line damage, and hazardous driving conditions.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective starting at 8:00 AM EDT this morning, March 13, and is scheduled to remain in effect until 8:00 PM EDT this evening.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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