High Wind Advisories and Watches Across the Carolinas and Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania:: A wind advisory is in effect for Southeast Pennsylvania, with gusts up to 55 mph expected. This could lead to unsecured objects being blown around, tree limbs falling, and potential power outages. Wind chills could feel as low as 15 below zero.

Carolinas:: A high wind watch is in place for Western North Carolina, including Asheville, with gusts up to 65 mph possible. The Charlotte Metro area and eastern counties could see gusts up to 35 mph. These winds could bring down trees and power lines, and cause blowing snow and dangerously cold wind chills in the mountains.

Safety Precautions:: Residents are advised to secure outdoor objects, trim tree branches, and prepare for potential power outages. Travel may be hazardous, especially for high-profile vehicles.

Power Outages: Strong winds can bring down trees and power lines, leading to widespread power outages.

Hazardous Travel: High-profile vehicles are particularly vulnerable to strong winds.

Cold Wind Chills: Temperatures combined with wind can create dangerously cold conditions, especially in mountainous areas.

Secure loose outdoor items.

Trim tree branches away from your house and power lines.

Charge essential devices.

Update your emergency kit with food and water.

A:: A wind advisory means strong winds are occurring. A high wind watch means strong winds are possible, so be prepared.

A:: Seek shelter in a sturdy building. If driving, keep both hands on the wheel and slow down.

A:: Wind chills could drop below zero in the mountains and into the teens in metropolitan areas.

High winds are expected across Pennsylvania and the Carolinas, potentially causing power outages and hazardous travel conditions.

Take precautions to secure outdoor items and prepare for potential power outages.

Be aware of dangerously cold wind chills, especially in mountainous areas.