The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for the following counties:

CUMBERLAND, FENTRESS, OVERTON, PICKETT, PUTNAM, WHITE, AND VAN BUREN

It will go into effect at 4 p.m. central today (Thursday, March 25, 2021) and is scheduled to expire at 4 a.m. central tomorrow (Friday, March 26, 2021)

Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph are expected with gusts to 40 mph. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs and shallow rooted trees could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.