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Gusts Up To 60MPH In Rancho Santa Margarita Wednesday: Wind Advisory

Inland Orange County residents can expect blustery winds until Thursday evening, the National Weather Service reported.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA — Roll down those patio umbrellas, Rancho Santa Margarita — strong winds are projected for Orange County this week.

A wind advisory was issued for Orange County by the National Weather Service Tuesday afternoon in anticipation winds ranging from 25 to 35 miles per hour and gusts up to 60 miles per hour.

The wind advisory will be in effect from Wednesday morning to Thursday evening.

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Residents were advised by the National Weather Service to use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle, and to bring in outdoor objects that may get blown down or away due to winds.

"Northeast winds will strengthen Wednesday evening, peak late Thursday morning then weaken Thursday night," the NWS advisory said. "Wind will be strongest in and below mountain passes, and in the adjacent foothills."

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