On Sunday at 1:42 p.m. the National Weather Service released a wind advisory valid from Monday 7 p.m. until Tuesday 10 p.m. for Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County and Central and Eastern Lake County.

The weather service says, "Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected."

"Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result," adds the weather service. "Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution."

Understanding high wind alerts

When it comes to high wind alerts, staying informed is essential. Here's a breakdown of the three-tiered alert system from the weather service and what each level entails:

High wind warning: Take action!

Sustained, strong winds wit

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