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***HIGH WIND WARNING***

***HIGH WIND WARNING***
High Wind Warning issued May 28 at 8:39AM PDT until May 29 at 1:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR Areas Affected: South Central Oregon Coast
* WHAT…West winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE…South Central Oregon Coast north of Coos Bay, including the North Spit, Lakeside, Reedsport, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, and portions of Highway 101.
* WHEN…From 6 PM this evening to 1 AM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…This event is very unusual for this time of year. With increased recreational activity along the coast due to the holiday weekend and trees being fully leafed, there is an increased risk for damage, downed trees, and power outages.