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Washington Region Under Wind Advisory

Wind gusts of up to 50 mph could down trees and power lines, according to the National Weather Service.

A wind advisory is in effect for much of the Washington metropolitan region – including Montgomery County -- through 6 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Expect winds of 25 to 35 mph, according to NWS, with gusts of up to 50 mph.

Wind gusts that strong may make driving difficult, and gusts could down trees and power lines, according to the advisory.

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Winds will be picking up mid-morning and will remain strong through late afternoon.


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