Strong wind gusts are expected late Monday afternoon and evening in Arlington and the D.C. area.
That’s according to a Special Weather Statement just issued by the National Weather Service. The gusts come as a cold front is set to drop temperatures to near freezing overnight.
Some power outages are possible, forecasters note.
More, below, from NWS.
Special Weather Statement issued March 23 at 4:24PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 4:24 P.M. TO 8 P.M. EDT MONDAY.
* WHAT…Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph with occasional gusts of 40 to 50 mph.
* WHERE…The Washington DC to Fredericksburg including central MD and northern VA.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
