Headline:
Wind Advisory issued May 18 at 4:50AM MST until May 18 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 4:50am
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.
* WHERE...Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau, Little Colorado
River Valley in Apache County, and White Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST /noon MDT/ this morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could snap resulting in a few power outages. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles, such as RVs, campers, and tractor trailers. Use
extra caution.
Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by
the wind.
Area Description:
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau; Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County; White Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Flagstaff AZ