High Wind Warning until 05:00AM Thursday
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Western Grant, Eastern Grant and Western Pendleton Counties.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 5 AM EST Thursday.
* 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: WESTERN GRANT ... EASTERN GRANT ... WESTERN PENDLETON
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
Grant County Emergency Management & 911
155 Technology Ln
Petersburg, WV 26847
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-257-2140
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