#MEwx morning wind advisory and special statement

Wind Advisory Statement as of 3:07 am EST on February 25, 2019

Wind Advisory remains in effect from 7 am this morning to 10 PM EST this evening.

* winds... west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* Timing... through early this evening.

* Impacts... strong winds may down trees and tree branches and power lines, leading to some power outages.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 to 39 mph... or wind gusts 46 to 57 mph... are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles.

Use extra caution.

 

Special Statement as of 5:28 am EST on February 25, 2019

Icy roads and snow showers will continue to make for slick travel for the morning commute.

Cold air rushing into the region this morning on very strong westerly winds will continue to allow for the freezing up of any water on untreated roads, parking lots and sidewalks. In addition,

a few snow showers may briefly drop visibilities briefly to below a half mile in some areas. Allow extra time when traveling this morning.

349 am EST Mon Feb 25 2019