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High Wind Warning
Date: 3:26 am EST on February 25, 2012
Expires: 6:00 PM EST on February 25, 2012

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...High Wind Warning remains in effect until 6 PM EST this evening... * locations...New York City...Long Island...eastern portions of northeast New Jersey and coastal portions of southeast Connecticut. * Hazards...damaging wind gusts. * Winds...west 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * Timing...the strongest wind gusts will occur from this morning into this afternoon. * Impacts...the strong winds will be capable of bringing down trees...large branches...and power lines. Driving will be difficult...especially in high profile vehicles and on elevated roads and bridges. Unsecured outdoor items such as trash cans can also be easily blown about. 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.