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Appalachian Wind Alert Tonight: Trees, Power Lines at Risk Oct 10-11
Ligonier, PA – Strong southeast winds are expected to sweep across higher elevations of southwestern Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia beginning Saturday evening, with gusts reaching 50 mph. Res
By Claire Benton · 2026-10-10T15:27:42.608Z
Ligonier, PA – Strong southeast winds are expected to sweep across higher elevations of southwestern Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia beginning Saturday evening, with gusts reaching 50 mph. Residents in mountain and ridge communities could face falling tree limbs, unsecured outdoor objects and isolated power outages through Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, Wind Advisories take effect at 8 p.m. EDT Saturday, Oct. 10 , with expiration times varying between Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
In Pennsylvania, the advisory covers higher elevations of Westmoreland, Fayette and Indiana counties, including communities such as Ligonier, Champion, Donegal, Ohiopyle and Armagh.
Forecasters expect southeast winds of 20 to 25 mph, with gusts between 40 and 50 mph.
The Pennsylvania advisory remains in effect until 2 p.m. EDT Sunday, Oct. 11.
Across northern West Virginia, the advisory covers Preston and Tucker counties, along with designated ridge areas of eastern Monongalia and northwestern Preston counties.
Affected communities include Kingwood, Terra Alta, Bruceton Mills, Davis, Thomas, Parsons, Canaan Valley and Coopers Rock.
Winds in the West Virginia advisory area are expected to be stronger on a sustained basis, reaching 20 to 35 mph, with gusts between 40 and 50 mph.
The West Virginia advisory expires at 11 a.m. EDT Sunday , three hours earlier than the Pennsylvania advisory.
The National Weather Service warns that gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects and bring down tree limbs, potentially causing a few power outages.
Residents should secure patio furniture, trash containers, outdoor decorations and other lightweight belongings before winds increase Saturday evening.
Drivers should use caution on exposed mountain roads, especially when operating high profile vehicles.
Residents should stay clear of fallen power lines and report downed trees, large branches or power lines to the appropriate authorities.
The National Weather Service Pittsburgh also accepts storm reports at 412 262 1988 , through its Facebook page or on X at @NWSPittsburgh .