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High Winds Batter Pennsylvania With 50–65 mph Gusts Through Tuesday

Saturated ground heightens the risk of downed trees that could cut power.

Overview

  • Wind advisories remain in effect into Tuesday morning for the Philadelphia region and central Pennsylvania, with widespread gusts topping 50 mph.
  • The National Weather Service issued high wind warnings for Clearfield, northern Centre, Cambria, Blair, Bedford and Somerset counties, where gusts could reach 65 mph through 4 p.m. Tuesday.
  • Officials cite power outages from falling trees and limbs as the main hazard after Monday’s rain; Peco reports it is monitoring conditions and prepared to respond.
  • Safety guidance includes securing outdoor items and using caution on the roads, especially for high‑profile vehicles, as some western and northwestern counties face snow and reduced visibility.
  • Winter weather advisories call for 2 to 5 inches of additional snow and gusts to 45 mph in Forest, Jefferson, Mercer, Venango and Clarion counties, with winds expected to ease later Tuesday before a colder New Year’s period.