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Wind Advisory Issued For Parts Of Bay Area: NWS
Wind speeds are expected to pick up Wednesday afternoon.
A wind advisory has been issued for much of the Bay Area, according to the National Weather Service. The advisory goes into effect at 1 p.m. Wednesday. Wind speeds are expected to come from the south at 25-to-35 mph, with gusts of up to 50 mph.
Meteorologists advise that downed trees and power lines are possible, bringing with it power outages. In addition, anyone driving high-profile vehicles or towing trailers might have difficulty driving on roadways.
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 3 AM PST THURSDAY South 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. #CAwind pic.twitter.com/J7X6s30RT9
— NWS Bay Area (@NWSBayArea) January 15, 2019
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Good morning! Here's a look at the simulated radar from the HRRR. Widespread rain will develop this afternoon and become heavy late this afternoon and evening. Gusty south winds will also develop making for extremely hazardous driving conditions during the PM commute. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/w7W12jgYW9
— NWS Bay Area (@NWSBayArea) January 16, 2019
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