Cleveland, Ohio – Damaging west winds are expected across large portions of Ohio and northwestern Pennsylvania, prompting multiple High Wind Warnings that could lead to power outages and dangerous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service offices in Cleveland and Pittsburgh, west winds of 25 to 40 miles per hour with gusts between 60 and 65 miles per hour will continue through Monday night and into Tuesday in some areas.
In northeast Ohio, a High Wind Warning remains in effect until 1 a.m. Tuesday for Lorain, Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties, including Cleveland, Mentor, Elyria, Lorain, Painesville, and Ashtabula. The warning also includes Northern and Southern Erie Counties in Pennsylvania, covering the Erie metropolitan area. Gusts up to 60 mph are expected.
Across northwest Ohio, including Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, Sandusky, Erie, Hancock, Seneca, and Huron Counties, a separate High Wind Warning remains in effect until 10 p.m. Monday, with sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph and gusts near 60 mph affecting cities such as Toledo, Sandusky, Fremont, Bowling Green, and Findlay.
Forecasters warn that the winds are strong enough to down trees and power lines, resulting in widespread power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles on open highways and bridges. Blowing debris and falling tree limbs pose additional hazards.
Emergency officials advise residents to remain indoors when possible, stay away from windows, and secure outdoor objects. Drivers should reduce speed and be alert for sudden crosswinds and downed obstacles.
Winds are expected to gradually weaken after warnings expire, though isolated outages and debris-related travel issues may persist.
