WHAT
West to northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts between 45 to 55 mph expected, highest west-southwest of the Quad Cities.
WHERE
Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Illinois, east central and southeast Iowa, and northeast Missouri.
WHEN
From midnight tonight to 9 AM CST Wednesday.
IMPACTS
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The very strong west to northwest winds may be accompanied by snow showers or periods of light snow resulting in reduced visibilities. Additionally, blowing and drifting snow is possible in open and rural areas, especially along and north of I-80 in eastern Iowa.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.
