Headline:
Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 1:58AM MST until January 8 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 8, 2025 - 12:58am
Expires:
January 8, 2025 - 9:30am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, east winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts
40-50 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as
low as 10-20 degrees. For the Freeze Warning, widespread
sub-freezing temperatures 14 to 26 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Upper Gila River
Valley, and Upper San Pedro River Valley.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM MST this evening. For
the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM MST this morning. For the
Freeze Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM MST Thursday and
again from 10 PM Thursday to 10 AM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured outdoor objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down. Localized blowing dust may reduce
visibility especially near and west of the Willcox Playa. Frost
and freeze conditions could kill crops and sensitive vegetation
and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Wind chill
values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Area Description:
Upper San Pedro River Valley including Sierra Vista/Benson; Eastern Cochise County Below 5000 Feet including Douglas/Willcox; Upper Gila River and Aravaipa Valleys including Clifton/Safford
Forcast Office:
NWS Tucson AZ