The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a Wind Advisory for Stoddard County through 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

Affected Area

Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky and southeast Missouri

Description

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM CDT/5 AM EDT TO 4 PM CDT/5 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...

WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.

WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky and southeast Missouri.

WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM Wednesday

IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be locally much stronger in any severe thunderstorm activity.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.