Strong wind gusts expected through 8:00 PM.

Strong wind gusts are being reported along and west of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just before 5:00 PM, a peak wind gust of 58 MPH was reported at the Mercer County Airport, near Bluefield, West Virginia. There have been several reports of 35 to 45 mph wind gusts across the area. These winds are associated with a weakening area of showers.

Winds of this magnitude may down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building until the winds subside.