Headline:
Blowing Dust Advisory issued March 13 at 1:26PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Event:
Blowing Dust Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 10:26am
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between
one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind
Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
* WHERE...Allen OH, Defiance, Henry, Paulding, Putnam, and Van Wert
Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread
power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Emergency Manager in Van Wert county
reported 1/4 mi visibility due to the blowing dust.
Instruction:
Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far
as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the
way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside,
Stay Alive'.
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.
Area Description:
Defiance; Henry; Paulding; Putnam; Van Wert; Allen
Forcast Office:
NWS Northern Indiana
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