Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 12 at 8:45AM CDT until March 13 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 6:45am
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West to northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60
mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast
Minnesota.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM CDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Any snow that occurs with these winds will
quickly lead to whiteout conditions and make travel very difficult.
Instruction:
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Area Description:
Mitchell; Howard; Winneshiek; Allamakee; Floyd; Chickasaw; Fayette; Clayton; Wabasha; Dodge; Olmsted; Winona; Mower; Fillmore; Houston
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov