From 2 pm AFD
Another punch, or perhaps just extension, to the gusty winds occurs heading into early evening as the potent trough axis moves overhead. Guidance was consistent with minimal drop off in winds, especially on the hilltops and ridges. Thus, all wind headlines are in effect until 10 PM. In particular, downslope-favored areas just east of the Alleghenies could see some very high winds given the wind aloft and profiles in BUFKIT; it would not shock me if one or two wind gusts to hurricane force were noted somewhere between US-219 and US-220 this evening. Given the number of power outages in some areas and the very cold temps tonight, this additional wind could prove high impact.
Winds will diminish the second half of the night as high pressure quickly approaches from the west by daybreak.