Watches, Warnings & Advisories



One product issued by NWS for: 3 Miles NNE Arlington Heights PA

High Wind Warning

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ
258 PM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

PAZ054-055-170900-
/O.CON.KPHI.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-250217T2300Z/
Carbon-Monroe-
Including the cities of Jim Thorpe and Stroudsburg
258 PM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Carbon and Monroe Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet soils as well as recent icing in the
  higher elevations combined with the high winds could result in
  extensive tree damage. The strong winds will usher in much colder
  air, with temperatures in the 10s and 20s and wind chills in the
  single digits. Potential for power outages combined with the cold
  could exacerbate the impacts of this high wind event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

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