Full Notification

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest and west central Kansas.

* WHEN...From 8 AM CST /7 AM MST/ to 7 PM CST /6 PM MST/ Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* AFFECTED AREAS: TREGO ... ELLIS ... SCOTT ... LANE ... NESS ... RUSH ... HAMILTON ... KEARNY ... FINNEY ... HODGEMAN ... PAWNEE ... STAFFORD ... STANTON ... GRANT ... HASKELL ... GRAY ... FORD ... EDWARDS ... KIOWA ... PRATT ... MORTON ... STEVENS ... SEWARD ... MEADE ... CLARK ... COMANCHE ... BARBER

Instructions:

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that you take preventative measures during this blowing dust event...such as staying indoors or wearing protective breathing masks if outside. High dust concentrations can cause respiratory problems...decrease lung activity...aggravate asthma...and lead to potential heart-related problems...especially with children...elderly...or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions. People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.