Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 16 at 1:25AM EDT until March 16 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 10:25pm
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 75 mph at times
across some of the higher elevations and foothills.
* WHERE...Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, Johnson,
Sevier Smoky Mountains, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene,
Southeast Monroe, and Unicoi Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
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:
Johnson; Cocke Smoky Mountains; Southeast Greene; Unicoi; Southeast Carter; Blount Smoky Mountains; Sevier Smoky Mountains; Southeast Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Morristown TN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov