(Maci Tetrick/ABC 57 Meteorologist) Windy conditions continue today, with the fastest gusts early on Thursday morning, Dec. 16 (40+ mph).
The wind advisory remains in effect until 4 p.m. EST for all of Michiana.
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This afternoon, we’ll likely see some gusts around 25-30 mph, so keep the holiday decorations deflated again. Only a few short lived showers early this morning, then the day will be dry with skies partially clearing by afternoon. Temperatures fall as the day goes on – we’ll be in the low 40s by afternoon. Cooler air settles into Michiana for the rest of the forecast. Friday stays dry and mostly sunny, but a round of rain/snow showers is possible Friday night into early Saturday morning. A few lake effect flurries are possible Saturday afternoon, otherwise the weekend looks dry but cool. As of now, looks like no significant rain or snow chances for next week.
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST /3 PM CST/ THURSDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, southern Lower Michigan and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST /3 PM CST/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Your ABC 57 First Warning Neighborhood Weather Center Forecast:
Thursday: Windy. Falling temperatures from 60.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, breezy. Low 30.
Friday: Mostly sunny. High 43.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy. Chance lake effect flurries. High 38.
