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Friday, February 22, 2019

High Wind Warning issued for Allegany County

HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SUNDAY TO 10 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a High Wind Warning, which is in effect from 10 AM Sunday to 10 AM EST Monday. The High Wind Watch is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Lewis, Wyoming,
Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties.

* TIMING...From late Sunday morning through late Sunday night.

* WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong wind gusts will bring down trees and power lines and result in scattered to numerous power outages.
Shallow rooted pines will be particularly vulnerable. Minor property damage is also possible, especially to roofs and siding. Travel in high profile vehicles will be very difficult at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

High winds of 58 mph or greater will make driving difficult and could result in property damage, including downed trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Home owners should secure loose objects.