A high wind warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 12:47 a.m. valid from 10 p.m. until Thursday 8 a.m. for Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket counties.

The weather service comments, "West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected."

"Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles," explains the weather service. "Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive."

Understanding high wind alerts

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 warn

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