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Wind Advisory 2, NWS Gaylord, MI

March 5, 202217 counties in Michigan

NWS Gaylord, MI issued this wind advisory at Mar 5, 2022, 3:24 AM EST for 17 counties in Michigan. It took effect at Mar 6, 2022, 4:00 AM EST. It was in force for 11 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 5, 2022, 3:24 AM EST (08:24 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 6, 2022, 4:00 AM EST
Expired
Mar 6, 2022, 3:19 PM EST
In force
11 hr
Issued by
NWS Gaylord, MI

Counties Alcona County, MI, Alpena County, MI, Antrim County, MI, Benzie County, MI, Crawford County, MI, Grand Traverse County, MI, Iosco County, MI, Kalkaska County, MI, Leelanau County, MI, Manistee County, MI, Missaukee County, MI, Montmorency County, MI, Ogemaw County, MI, Oscoda County, MI, Otsego County, MI, Roscommon County, MI, Wexford County, MI

The radar

The NCL Michigan radar (KAPX), 28 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:27 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Alpena, MI (KAPX), launched 00:00Z, 8.4 hours before the alert went out and 194 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Alpena, MI at 00:00Z on 2022-03-05Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Alpena, MI at 00:00Z on 2022-03-05The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 84 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
3121 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
64 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
84 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
125 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

396 
WWUS73 KAPX 050824
NPWAPX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
324 AM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

MIZ020-021-025>027-051630-
/O.NEW.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T0600Z-220306T1700Z/
Leelanau-Antrim-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-
Including the cities of Northport, Mancelona, Frankfort, 
Traverse City, and Kalkaska
324 AM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO NOON EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Leelanau, Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse and Kalkaska 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to noon EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ022>024-028-051630-
/O.NEW.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T0900Z-220306T1900Z/
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-
Including the cities of Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, and Grayling
324 AM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 2 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena and Crawford Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 2 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ031>033-051630-
/O.NEW.KAPX.HW.A.0001.220306T0600Z-220306T1700Z/
Manistee-Wexford-Missaukee-
Including the cities of Manistee, Cadillac, and Lake City
324 AM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Manistee, Wexford and Missaukee Counties.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

MIZ029-030-034>036-041-042-051630-
/O.NEW.KAPX.HW.A.0001.220306T0900Z-220306T1900Z/
Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of Mio, Harrisville, Houghton Lake, 
West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, and Standish
324 AM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Oscoda, Alcona, Roscommon, Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and 
  Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
370 
WWUS73 KAPX 052032
NPWAPX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
332 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

MIZ041-042-060445-
/O.UPG.KAPX.HW.A.0001.220306T0900Z-220306T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KAPX.HW.W.0001.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of Gladwin and Standish
332 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MIZ031>033-060445-
/O.UPG.KAPX.HW.A.0001.220306T0600Z-220306T1700Z/
/O.EXB.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T0900Z-220306T1800Z/
Manistee-Wexford-Missaukee-
Including the cities of Manistee, Cadillac, and Lake City
332 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Manistee, Wexford and Missaukee Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ029-030-034>036-060445-
/O.UPG.KAPX.HW.A.0001.220306T0900Z-220306T1900Z/
/O.EXB.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-Ogemaw-Iosco-
Including the cities of Mio, Harrisville, Houghton Lake, 
West Branch, and Tawas City
332 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Oscoda, Alcona, Roscommon, Ogemaw and Iosco Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ020-021-025>027-060445-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T0900Z-220306T1800Z/
Leelanau-Antrim-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-
Including the cities of Northport, Mancelona, Frankfort, 
Traverse City, and Kalkaska
332 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Leelanau, Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse and Kalkaska 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ022>024-028-060445-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-
Including the cities of Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, and Grayling
332 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena and Crawford Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
492 
WWUS73 KAPX 060218
NPWAPX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
918 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

MIZ041-042-061100-
/O.CON.KAPX.HW.W.0001.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of Gladwin and Standish
918 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MIZ020-021-025>027-031>033-061100-
/O.CON.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T0900Z-220306T1800Z/
Leelanau-Antrim-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Manistee-Wexford-
Missaukee-
Including the cities of Northport, Mancelona, Frankfort, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Manistee, Cadillac, and Lake City
918 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Leelanau, Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse and Kalkaska 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ022>024-028>030-034>036-061100-
/O.CON.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-Ogemaw-
Iosco-
Including the cities of Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, Grayling, Mio, 
Harrisville, Houghton Lake, West Branch, and Tawas City
918 PM EST Sat Mar 5 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena and Crawford Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

JZ
686 
WWUS73 KAPX 060755
NPWAPX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
255 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

MIZ041-042-062100-
/O.CON.KAPX.HW.W.0001.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of Gladwin and Standish
255 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST today.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MIZ020-021-025>027-031>033-061800-
/O.CON.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T0900Z-220306T1800Z/
Leelanau-Antrim-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Manistee-Wexford-
Missaukee-
Including the cities of Northport, Mancelona, Frankfort, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Manistee, Cadillac, and Lake City
255 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Leelanau, Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse and Kalkaska 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST today.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ022>024-028>030-034>036-062100-
/O.CON.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.220306T1200Z-220306T2100Z/
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-Ogemaw-
Iosco-
Including the cities of Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, Grayling, Mio, 
Harrisville, Houghton Lake, West Branch, and Tawas City
255 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM
EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena and Crawford Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM EST today.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
084 
WWUS73 KAPX 061544
NPWAPX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
1044 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

MIZ041-042-062100-
/O.CON.KAPX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220306T2100Z/
Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of Gladwin and Standish
1044 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Arenac and Gladwin Counties.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MIZ020-021-025>027-031>033-061800-
/O.CON.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220306T1800Z/
Leelanau-Antrim-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Manistee-Wexford-
Missaukee-
Including the cities of Northport, Mancelona, Frankfort, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Manistee, Cadillac, and Lake City
1044 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Leelanau, Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, 
  Missaukee, Wexford and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MIZ022>024-028>030-034>036-062100-
/O.CON.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220306T2100Z/
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-Ogemaw-
Iosco-
Including the cities of Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, Grayling, Mio, 
Harrisville, Houghton Lake, West Branch, and Tawas City
1044 AM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena, Crawford, Oscoda, Ogemaw, 
  Roscommon, Alcona and Iosco Counties.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
719 
WWUS73 KAPX 062019
NPWAPX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
319 PM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

MIZ041-042-062130-
/O.CAN.KAPX.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220306T2100Z/
Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of Gladwin and Standish
319 PM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Gusty northwest winds will continue to diminish this evening.

$$

MIZ022>024-028>030-034>036-062130-
/O.CAN.KAPX.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220306T2100Z/
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-Ogemaw-
Iosco-
Including the cities of Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, Grayling, Mio, 
Harrisville, Houghton Lake, West Branch, and Tawas City
319 PM EST Sun Mar 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Gusty northwest winds will continue to diminish this evening.

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Gaylord, MI issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 5, 3:22 AM ESTGale WarningAPX36 hr
Mar 5, 3:22 AM ESTSmall Craft AdvisoryAPX43 hr
Mar 5, 3:24 AM ESTHigh Wind WatchAPXAlcona, Arenac, Gladwin, Iosco, Manistee, Missaukee and 4 more12 hr
Mar 5, 3:32 PM ESTHigh Wind WarningAPXArenac, Gladwin24 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.