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High Wind Warning issued March 14 at 1:28AM CDT until March 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mphexpected.* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Colorado, northwestand west central Kansas, and southwest Nebraska.* WHEN...From 10 AM MDT /11 AM CDT/ this morning to 8 PM MDT /9 PMCDT/ this evening.* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property andcause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially forhigh profile vehicles. Plumes of blowing dust will create pocketsof low visibility. Visibilities will likely change rapidly overshort distances, making travel hazardous in these areas.Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior tothe onset of winds.Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for highprofile vehicles. Use extra caution.Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, andavoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use cautionif you must drive.Blowing dust can significantly lower air quality and it isencouraged that you take preventative measures such as stayingindoors or wearing protective breathing masks if outside. High dustconcentrations can cause respiratory problems, decrease lungactivity, aggravate asthma, and lead to potential heart-relatedproblems, especially with children, elderly or those withpre-existing respiratory conditions.

National Weather Service