Wind Advisory issued for Rabun County

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory until 7pm Friday evening, November 11, 2022, for Western North Carolina, Upstate South Carolina, and Northeast Georgia, including Rabun County.  East winds of 10-20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph are expected.  Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.  Heavy rain today will saturate the soil and weaken the root system of some trees, allowing the wind gusts to blow down and uproot some trees.  Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.