Headline:
High Wind Warning issued October 10 at 12:19PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 9:19am
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning at elevations above 3500 feet,
southeast winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind
Advisory in effect below 3500 feet, southeast winds 5 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE...Most of the mountains of western North Carolina, from
Graham and Macon counties northeast to Mitchell County.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines
especially in higher elevations. Widespread power outages are
expected in higher elevations. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured
objects, and may cause a few tree limbs to fall and cause isolated
power outages in lower elevations.
Instruction:
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.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Area Description:
Madison; Yancey; Mitchell; Swain; Haywood; Buncombe; Graham; Northern Jackson; Macon; Southern Jackson; Transylvania
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov