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Davenport/Quad Cities - IA, US, National Weather Service

Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Linn, Buchanan, and Delaware Counties

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 AM CDT FRIDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 3 PM CDT FRIDAY... WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Linn, Buchanan, and Delaware Counties. WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM CDT Friday. For the High Wind Warning, from 1 AM to 3 PM CDT Friday. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.