Active AlertsWoodmore, MD

What: West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
Where: The Washington Metropolitan area, northern Virginia, northern and central Maryland as well as southern Maryland.
When: From 8 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight. A sudden onset of strong winds are expected behind the cold front this evening.
Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Be prepared for a sudden onset of strong winds this evening.