Wind Advisory Issued for Medford Area and Surrounding Counties

Wind Damage Medford — *Medford Crews Work Downed Tree and Power Lines from Previous Wind Storm*

Medford, Oregon- A Wind Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service, effective from 10 PM this evening until 3 AM Friday, for several counties in Southern Oregon and Northern California. (EXPIRED)

Details of the Advisory:

Wind Speeds: Southwest winds are expected at 30 to 40 mph, with gusts potentially reaching between 50 to 70 mph.
Affected Areas: The advisory covers Lake County and eastern Klamath County, Central Siskiyou County, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties, Modoc County, Curry County Coast, Central Douglas County, Eastern Curry County and Josephine County, and Jackson County.
Timing: From 10 PM this evening to 3 AM Friday.

Potential Impacts:

Unsecured objects may be blown around by gusty winds.
There is a risk of tree limbs being blown down, which could lead to power outages.

Safety Measures:

Driving conditions are expected to be challenging, particularly for high profile vehicles. Caution is advised for all motorists.

This advisory includes cities such as Medford, Gold Beach, Ashland, Valley Falls, Lakeview, Nesika Beach, New Pine Creek, Paisley, Pistol River, and Weed. Residents in these areas are advised to secure outdoor items and prepare for potential disruptions.