High Wind Warning Issued for Franklin, Clinton, and Essex Counties in New York
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Northern New York, with gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and travel difficulties through Monday evening.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Northern New York
- Issued
- April 1, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Burlington VT
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Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northern New York.
High Wind Warning Issued for Northern New York
The National Weather Service in Burlington, VT, has issued a High Wind Warning for several counties in Northern New York. Residents should prepare for damaging winds and potential power outages starting late Sunday night.
Alert Details
A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Burlington VT. This alert indicates that hazardous wind conditions are expected to impact the region.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following regions in New York:
- Northern Franklin
- Southern Franklin
- Western Clinton
- Western Essex
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are urged to take the following precautions:
- Watch for falling debris and tree limbs while outdoors.
- Use extreme caution if you must drive, as travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
- Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
- Prepare for the possibility of scattered power outages.
Expected Conditions
The region is expected to experience south winds ranging from 25 to 35 mph. Wind gusts are forecast to reach up to 60 mph. These damaging winds are capable of blowing down trees and power lines. The strongest wind gusts are specifically anticipated along the Route 11 corridor.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is in effect from 11 PM this evening (Sunday, March 15) until 8 PM EDT Monday, March 16. The most intense wind activity is expected to occur between 2 AM and Noon on Monday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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