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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
229 AM MDT Sun May 5 2024


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Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus-Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide-
Tavaputs Plateau-La Sal and Abajo Mountains-
Including the cities of Rio Blanco, Ridgway, Glade Park, 
and Monticello
229 AM MDT Sun May 5 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Colorado, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus and 
  Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide. In Utah, Tavaputs 
  Plateau and La Sal and Abajo Mountains.

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to midnight MDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

People, especially those with respiratory illnesses, heart
disease, the elderly, and children are recommended to stay
indoors and avoid prolonged outdoor exercise or heavy exertion
due to wind-blown dust.

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