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McDowell County Emergency Management
Thursday March 30th, 2023 :: 03:00 p.m. EDT

Advisory

A High Wind Watch has been issued for McDowell starting Fri. night through Sat. evening. Click link for more info.

HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
possible.

* WHERE...Much of the mountains and foothills of North Carolina.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Saturday night.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.
 

Address/Location
McDowell County Emergency Management
129 Barnes Rd
Marion, NC 28752

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 828-652-3241

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