High Wind Warning Updated
From
Chester Township
Sent
Sun, Feb 16 @ 2:08am
Description
High Wind Warning issued February 16 at 1:56AM EST until February 17 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northern Delaware, central and southern New
Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST Monday.
* 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...Wet soils combined with the high winds could
result in extensive tree damage. The strong winds will usher in
much colder air, with temperatures in the 20s and 30s and wind
chills in the teens. Potential for power outages combined with the
cold could exacerbate the impacts of this high wind event.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
This notification was posted by Chester Township. Chester Township is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
