High Wind Warning until 05:00AM Saturday
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Nance, Merrick, Polk, Hamilton, York, Clay, Fillmore, Nuckolls and Thayer Counties.
* WHEN...From 9 PM Friday to 5 AM CDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and possibly even power lines. Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While winds will be strong all day...winds are expected to strengthen after dark...with a surge in winds expected just ahead of an approaching cold front during the late evening through overnight hours.
* AFFECTED AREAS: NANCE ... MERRICK ... POLK ... HAMILTON ... YORK ... CLAY ... FILLMORE ... NUCKOLLS ... THAYER
Instructions:
People should avoid being outside around large trees or near loose objects during this windstorm. All loose objects kept outside should either be secured or brought inside. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
Address/Location
York County Emergency Management - Nebraska
510 S Lincoln Ave
York, NE 68467
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 402-362-7744
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- High Wind Warning