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Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
High Winds impact Siouxland: How to stay safe during a wind event
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — It's been a windy past few days in Siouxland with many seeing gusts as high as 40-50+ mph at times and Wind Advisories and High Wind Warnings issued across all of the KCAU 9 viewing area. There's even been reports of trees being downed by the strong winds, including out in Remsen, Iowa. With that in mind, it's important to know how to prepare and stay safe during wind events such as these. First of all, we'll start with a quick refresher on wind alert terminology. The National Weather Service issues a few different alerts for strong winds in Siouxland: High Wind Warning: Take Action! Sustained, strong winds with even stronger gusts are happening. Seek shelter. If you are driving, keep both hands on the wheels and slow down. NWS offices issue this product based on local criteria. High Wind Watch: Be Prepared! Sustained, strong winds are possible. Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside. NWS offices issue this product based on local criteria. Wind Advisory: Take Action! Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High Wind Warning. Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving. NWS offices issue this product based on local criteria. Before High Wind Warnings or Wind Advisories are even issued, it's important to prepare your home, inside and out. This includes: Trimming trees/tree branches away from your home & powerlines Secure, repair, or replace loose gutters/shutters Charge batteries of all essential items such as cell phones and booster packs, weather radios and power tools such as a reciprocating saw, which you might need to clear debris. Make a list of items outside your home you will need to tie down or put away so that they don't blow away or fly through a window. Remove any dead trees or overhanging branches near structures, loose roofing materials and objects in yards, patios, roofs or balconies that could blow away. During a High Wind event: Secure outdoor items that may be easily blown away or blown into your home to avoid damage or injury once the wind starts picking up. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. If you are driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands and slow down. Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers. One strong gust of wind can be enough to flip one of these trailers onto its side. And of course, after a High Wind event Avoid trees, power lines, and the side of the road. Keep in mind that power lines that are laying on the ground may be live. Do not go near them! Report downed power lines to 911 immediately. Continue to listen to the local news and NOAA Weather Radio for updates following the storm. If you lose power and are using a generator, be sure to review generator safety tips. Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Storm Center PM Update: Wind and Rain Hanging Around
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It has continued to be an active day across KELOLAND as a low pressure system moves into North Dakota. While it has been a noticeably cooler day with scattered showers and thunderstorms that have brought some much needed rain. Another big headline today was the strong winds, gusts greater than 50 MPH have been reported in multiple parts of KELOLAND. Wind Advisories and High Wind Warnings will be extended into the overnight hours and tomorrow. Gusts greater than 60 MPH are possible for those in the High Wind Warning. More chances for rain will continue tonight with lows near seasonable in the 40s. The strong winds will keep bringing in cooler air as we head into tomorrow. Highs will be below average and as the low slowly moves off, more rain showers are possible across KELOLAND during the day. An extra 1 to 2 inches of rain is possible for northern South Dakota, while other areas will stay below those values. By Saturday, we will start to dry out with clouds decreasing. Winds will calm down, but become breezy at times and highs are looking to stay in the 60s before a warm up for next weekend. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
31-03-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
1,250 acre Silver Fire burning near Bishop prompts evacuation orders, warnings in Inyo, Mono counties
A rapidly growing wildfire has prompted evacuation orders for residents of Inyo and Mono Counties, according to Cal Fire officials . The blaze, which is being called the Silver Fire, was reported at around 2:10 p.m. on Sunday near Highway 6 and Silver Canyon Road, just north of Bishop. As of Monday morning, Cal Fire reported the fire had grown to 1,250 acres and was 0% contained. Fire officials said overnight air and ground resources have been "significantly increased" to help firefighting efforts. "However, strong winds—gusting up to 35 mph at Bishop Airport—continue to create challenges, grounding some firefighting aircraft and complicating containment operations," Cal Fire said. Evacuation orders were issued for several communities, including the White Mountain Estates Neighborhood, Laws in Inyo County and Chalfant in Mono County. "A 30-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 6 has been closed for public safety," Cal Fire said. Strong winds currently blowing in the area have caused the flames to spread quickly and "have created hazardous conditions," Cal Fire officials said. The Bishop Senior Center on 682 Spruce St. is being used as an evacuation center. Residents maybe take their pets to the TriCounty Fair Grounds on 475 Sierra St., which is being used as an animal shelter. Below is a map of evacuation zones with latest information provided by Cal Fire. The National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for the area from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday. They forecasted winds as strong as 35 miles per hour in the area, with strongest gusts possibly reaching 65 miles per hour. Firefighters from Cal Fire's San Bernardino Unit were assisting the City of Bishop Fire Department and Inyo County Sheriff's Office with the incident.
Express Tribune
31-03-2025
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Silver Fire in California spreads rapidly, no containment reported
Listen to article A fast-moving wildfire in California's eastern Sierra region has prompted evacuation orders across Inyo and Mono counties, as strong winds drive the flames through dry brush. Dubbed the Silver Fire, the blaze was reported shortly after 2 pm (local time) near Highway 6 and Silver Canyon Road, just north of Bishop. By 8 pm, it had burned approximately 1,000 acres and was zero percent contained, according to Cal Fire. Evacuation orders have been issued for several communities, including White Mountain Estates, Laws, and Chalfant, as crews work to contain the fire. A 30-mile stretch of US Highway 6 has been closed for public safety. 'Fire continues to be active in thick brush,' Cal Fire said in an update, noting that all available resources remain deployed. The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the area through 9 pm Monday, with gusts forecast to reach up to 65 miles per hour. Officials say the strong winds are creating hazardous conditions and contributing to the fire's rapid spread. Firefighters from Cal Fire's San Bernardino Unit are assisting the Bishop Fire Department and Inyo County Sheriff's Office in battling the blaze. Authorities continue to urge residents to comply with evacuation orders and stay updated through official alerts.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Weather Authority Alert: Blowing dust into morning hours
I sometimes joke about how, during very windy days, El Paso looks like Mars. Weather Watcher Dominica Taylor sent in this picture from Cornudas, TX. Are we sure this was not taken by the Martian Lander? (Okay, I guess the plants give it away!) We remain under a High Wind Warning until 9 PM and a Dust Storm Warning until 7:15 PM, which may be extended. The strongest gusts have been 59 mph at El Paso's airport, 61 mph in Las Cruces, and a 78 mph in Ruidoso. Thankfully, Wednesday will be much better. Here's your exclusive 9-Hour Forecast: TONIGHT: KTSM has issued a Weather Authority Alert due to powerful winds and dangerous levels of blowing dust through Tuesday night. A High Wind Warning is posted until 9 PM. A Dust Storm Warning is posted until 5 PM but may be extended. West winds will gust near 60 mph causing blowing dust well into the night. Slowly, the winds will turn NW as cooler air flows into the Borderland. Winds will begin to taper off slowly past midnight. The low will be 40. FORECAST: Wednesday will be sunny with much lighter winds and no dust. The NW winds will range from 5-25 mph, and the high will be a cooler 64. Thursday will be sunny and warmer with a high of 76. The south breeze will range from 5-15 mph. Friday will be sunny and breezy with a high of 80. Saturday will be moderately windy with a slight haze and a high of 83. The SW-west winds will pick up and gust near 40 mph with the strongest gusts on the east slopes. Sunday will be partly cloudy with lighter winds and a high of 80. Monday will be sunny and very warm with a high of 84. Tuesday will be partly cloudy with a high of 86. Wednesday will be partly to mostly cloudy with isolated area showers and even a few isolated t-storms. Wednesday's high: 85. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
