Mitchell, NE Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph
possible.

* WHERE...Portions of panhandle Nebraska and southeast Wyoming.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be
hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including
campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity
and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid
spread of grassland wildfires.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities
that could spark a wildfire.

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