Strong Wind Advisory Issued for Southeastern Wisconsin

MILWAUKEE, WI — The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for southeastern Wisconsin in addition to a report that area rivers are expected to reach their flood stage this afternoon.

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Strong winds will continue before finally tapering off in the late
afternoon. A Wind Advisory remains in effect for Milwaukee,
Racine, and Kenosha counties until 4pm. With all of the recent rainfall, a few rivers have reached or will reach flood stage. A Wind Advisory remains in effect until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

TIME: Until late afternoon.

WINDS: North winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph.
The highest gusts will be closer to Lake Michigan.

IMPACTS: Loose objects will be blown around and high profile
vehicles will encounter difficulty. Minor tree damage will be
possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 to 45 mph are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

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