The National Weather Service issued a high-wind advisory for Central Oregon on Monday. The advisory extends from La Pine in the south to Madras in the north and is in effect until 8 p.m.
Southwest winds will be 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph, the National Weather Service reported Monday. The warning advises residents that gusty winds could blow away unsecured objects, down trees and limbs, and cause power outages.
The weather service advises drivers to use caution, especially those operating a high-profile vehicle. Outdoor objects should be secured and garbage barrels brought off the street after they are emptied.
The strong wind event comes after a weekend of mixed snow and rain on the High Desert. Mount Bachelor received 16 inches of snow over the past 72 hours and higher elevations of Century Drive were still covered in snow on Monday. The National Weather Service says rain is expected to occur in lower elevations Monday with snow likely on Tuesday.Â
Mountain passes are expected to see snow over the next few days.Â
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