“High Wind Warning until 07:00AM Saturday” from Webster County WV Emergency Services : Nixle

Thursday December 22nd, 2022 :: 09:53 a.m. EST

Alert

High Wind Warning until 07:00AM Saturday

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Wind Chill Warning is in effect due to wind chills of 35 to 45 below zero.

* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTHWEST POCAHONTAS ... SOUTHEAST RANDOLPH

Instructions:

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.

Address/Location
Webster County WV Emergency Services
210 Back Fork St
Webster Springs, WV 26288

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-847-7171

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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

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