Wind Advisory in Effect through This Evening

WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING…

* WHAT…West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE…Portions of central, south central, southwest and west central Virginia, north central and northwest North Carolina and southeast West Virginia.

* WHEN…Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Blowing snow may make for white out conditions on area roadways. Motorists are urged to drive with extreme caution.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.