
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for Athens County for Monday, April 13, 2020 from 6:00AM until 8:00PM.
- WHAT – Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 58 mph possible.
- WHERE – Portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, northeast Kentucky and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern and western West Virginia.
- WHEN – Monday, April 13, 2020 from 6:00AM until 8:00PM.
- IMPACTS – Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Thunderstorms may also occur during the watch period, with brief enhanced wind gusts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.