At 1:03 p.m. on Tuesday, the National Weather Service released a high wind watch valid from Wednesday 7 p.m. until Thursday 7 a.m. for Carbon and Monroe counties.

The weather service describes, "Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph possible."

"Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles," describes the weather service. "Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates."

High wind alerts: What each level signifies

When it comes to high wind alerts, staying informed is essential. The weather service employs three alert levels to convey the severity of high winds:

High wind warning: Take action!

Sustained, strong winds with even stronger gusts are happ

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