Headline:
Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 8:00AM EDT until March 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 5:00am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue
Ridge.
* WHEN...Until 2 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...In addition to these strong southerly winds,
thunderstorms will increase in coverage through the afternoon and
evening, some of which may require Severe Thunderstorm Warnings.
An abrupt wind shift to westerly winds occurs late this evening in
response to a strong cold front.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Area Description:
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge; Central Virginia Blue Ridge
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: