The National Weather Service has posted a High Wind Warning for Stone Harbor and the remainder of Cape May County. This warning is in effect from midnight, Sunday, February 12th through 6:00pm on Monday, February 13th.
A storm system has left the area and now affecting New England. The passage of this storm means strong gusty winds will move into our region during the overnight hours and continue to be strong through Monday afternoon. Wind gusts could approach 50-60mph in our region. Secure any loose objects at your property that are prone to strong winds including patio furniture and trash cans. Strong winds may cause scattered power outages; if you have an outage, contact Atlantic City Electric directly at 1-800-833-7476. There is not expected to be any additional precipitation or coastal flooding.
Here is the text of the High Wind Warning from the National Weather Service:
High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:45 PM EST Feb. 12, 2017 – National Weather Service
… High Wind Warning in effect from midnight tonight to 6 PM EST
Monday…
The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a High
Wind Warning… which is in effect from midnight tonight to 6 PM
EST Monday. The high wind watch is no longer in effect.
* Winds… northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph.
* Timing… the greatest potential for high winds will be late
tonight through about midday Monday. The winds will gradually
weaken Monday afternoon but strong gusts are still possible into
the evening hours.
* Impacts… strong winds may blow down limbs… trees… and power
lines. Scattered power outages are expected.
Precautionary/preparedness actions…
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.
