The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for parts of the Cumberland Plateau including the counties of Cumberland, Fentress, Pickett, Overton, Clay, Putnam, White, and Van Buren.

The advisory goes into effect at 1 p.m. tomorrow (Monday, March 25, 2024) and is scheduled to expire at 7 a.m. Tuesday (March 26, 2024).

Strong winds are expected tomorrow, with the strongest winds likely tomorrow night into Tuesday morning.

Sustained winds of 20 to 25 miles an hour and wind gusts up to 45 miles an hour appear likely.

The wind gusts will diminish by Tuesday night.

Loose objects that are not secure ahead of time may be blown away in the wind gusts.

Tree and tree limb damage could occur during peak winds, leading to scattered power outages in the advisory area.

Drivers operating high-profile vehicles should use caution.