Headline:
Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 4:38PM EDT until March 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 1:38pm
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph, shifting
west late tonight. Isolated gusts to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...In Connecticut, Northern Fairfield, Northern Middlesex,
Northern New Haven, and Northern New London Counties. In New
Jersey, Eastern Bergen, Eastern Essex, Eastern Union, and Hudson
Counties. In New York, New York (Manhattan) and Richmond (Staten
Island) Counties.
* WHEN...Until 4 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.
Scattered tree limbs, as well as isolated trees and powerlines
could be blown down. Power outages possible.
Locally damaging wind gusts in excess of 60 mph are possible with
any stronger thunderstorm activity this evening into tonight. This
activity will be addressed by Special Weather Statements or Severe
Thunderstorm Warnings as needed.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Area Description:
Northern Fairfield; Northern New Haven; Northern Middlesex; Northern New London; Hudson; Eastern Bergen; Eastern Essex; Eastern Union; New York (Manhattan); Richmond (Staten Is.)
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY
Sender: