Wind Advisory Issued For Mid-Hudson Valley

MID-HUDSON VALLEY, NY — If you haven't already noticed, it's pretty windy in the mid-Hudson Valley Thursday. Well, it's going to stay that way for the rest of the day.

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory in effect until midnight Thursday for Columbia, Dutchess and Ulster counties.

Meteorologists said to expect west winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result.

Outdoor objects should be secured, and extra caution should be used when driving, especially in high-profile vehicles.

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