Texas Wind Advisory | Effective 04/17/2026 17:58

Headline: 
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:58PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Event: 
Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 17, 2026 - 5:58pm
Expires: 
April 18, 2026 - 5:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 33 possible. * WHERE...Palo Duro Canyon County. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT Saturday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Instruction: 
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Area Description: 
Palo Duro Canyon
Forcast Office: 
NWS Amarillo TX