The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 10 AM to 7 PM CDT Thursday.
WHO: Christian, Macon, Moultrie, Douglas, Coles, Edgar, Shelby, Cumberland, Clark, Effingham, Jasper, Crawford, Clay, Richland, and Lawrence Counties
* TIMING…Late Thursday morning into Thursday evening.
* WINDS…South 20 to 30 mph, with gusts of 45-50 mph.
* IMPACTS…Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power
lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on east-west
oriented roads and highways. These winds could also lift and
move trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose outdoor
objects.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 mph are expected. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
