Last Updated on October 28, 2020 2:43 pm
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone,
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, Volney, Galax, and Floyd
209 PM EDT Wed Oct 28 2020
…HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM EDT THURSDAY THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING…
- WHAT…Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
possible. - WHERE…From the southern Blue Ridge and Grayson Highlands of
Virginia into the mountains of North Carolina. - WHEN…From 2 AM EDT Thursday through Thursday evening.
- IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power
lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.
