Burlington, VT – A Wind Advisory has been issued for areas along the western slopes of the Green Mountains and Lamoille County from 5 PM Thursday to 5 AM Friday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Burlington.
Forecasters say east to southeast winds from 20 to 30 MPH, with gusts reaching 45 to 55 MPH, are expected to develop this evening and continue overnight. The strongest winds are likely between 7 PM and midnight.
According to the NWS, unsecured outdoor objects — including Halloween decorations — could be blown around or damaged. Isolated power outages are possible, especially in areas exposed to downslope and gap winds along the Green Mountains.
The advisory area includes communities near Middlebury, Rutland, and Burlington, as well as nearby portions of northern New York. Drivers of high-profile vehicles are urged to use caution, particularly on east-west roads where crosswinds may be strongest.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor furniture, decorations, and trash bins before the winds arrive.
More updates and safety guidance are available at weather.gov/btv.
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