Strong gradient winds ahead and behind the front will continue through the afternoon in the northeast.
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect until 3 PM CST this afternoon. The counties in the advisory are Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, St. Clair, Talladega, Clay, and Randolph.
TIMING…of the strong winds will continue through 3 pm.
WINDS…of 15 to 25 mph with gust near 35 mph will be possible.
IMPACTS…include difficult driving and downed trees and larger limbs. Unsecured outdoor decorations and patio furniture may also become displaced.
A Wind Advisory means that wind gusts of 35 mph are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult…especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
