Headline:
Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 1:08AM EDT until March 17 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 10:08pm
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West to southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50
mph expected.
* WHERE...The Greater Capital District, the Helderbergs, and the
eastern Catskills.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South to southwest winds will strengthen this
afternoon into this evening before a potent cold front sweeps
through the region tonight resulting in winds to switch to the
west. Wind gusts today through Tuesday morning can peak up to
50mph.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Area Description:
Western Schenectady; Eastern Schenectady; Southern Saratoga; Western Albany; Eastern Albany; Western Rensselaer; Western Greene; Western Ulster; Southern Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Albany NY
Sender: