Last Updated on November 14, 2021 11:57 am

NCZ001-002-018-150100-/O.EXA.KRNK.WI.Y.0014.211114T2100Z-211115T1400Z/Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, and Boone1150 AM EST Sun Nov 14 2021

…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 AM ESTMONDAY…

  • WHAT…West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mphexpected.

  • WHERE…Ashe, Alleghany NC and Watauga Counties.

  • WHEN…From 4 PM this afternoon to 9 AM EST Monday.

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

  • ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The strongest winds will occur late thisafternoon and overnight. Gusts near 50 mph are most likely atthe higher elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

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