Summary:
A strong Bering Sea storm will continue to impact the Aleutian Islands and parts of southwestern Alaska today. High Wind Warnings have been issued for the entire Aleutian Island chain. Across the Great Basin and northern Rockies, strong winds and dry conditions will lead to critical fire weather conditions today as a strong Pacific system moves inland. Impacted Lanes: I-90, I-95, I-15, I-94, I-80
Montana
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 12:15 PM MDT Saturday afternoon
- West winds 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
- Impacts: High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 11:59 PM MDT this evening
- Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
- Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Interstate 90. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Virginia
Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 6 PM EDT this evening
- Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
- Impacts: Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property will experience shallow flooding.
Washington
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 PM PDT this evening
- West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
- 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.
Blowing Dust Advisory remains in effect until 7 PM PDT this evening
- Visibility between one-quarter and one mile due to blowing dust expected. Sustained southwest to west winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph.
- Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
Additional Coastal Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Maryland, North Carolina, and Texas
Additional High Wind Warnings include but are not limited to: Idaho
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: Oregon, Nevada, California, and Idaho