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Wind Advisory 5, NWS State College, PA

March 3, 202318 counties in Pennsylvania

NWS State College, PA issued this wind advisory at Mar 3, 2023, 12:41 PM EST for 18 counties in Pennsylvania. It took effect at Mar 4, 2023, 2:00 AM EST. It was in force for 13 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 3, 2023, 12:41 PM EST (17:41 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 4, 2023, 2:00 AM EST
Expired
Mar 4, 2023, 2:59 PM EST
In force
13 hr
Issued by
NWS State College, PA

Counties Adams County, PA, Bedford County, PA, Blair County, PA, Cambria County, PA, Centre County, PA, Clearfield County, PA, Cumberland County, PA, Dauphin County, PA, Franklin County, PA, Fulton County, PA, Huntingdon County, PA, Juniata County, PA, Lancaster County, PA, Lebanon County, PA, Mifflin County, PA, Perry County, PA, Somerset County, PA, York County, PA

The radar

The State College radar (KCCX), 75 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 17:40 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

Washington/Dulle, VA (KIAD), launched 12:00Z, 5.7 hours before the alert went out and 152 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, Washington/Dulle, VA at 12:00Z on 2023-03-03Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Washington/Dulle, VA at 12:00Z on 2023-03-03The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 35 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
1475 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
46 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
35 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
169 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

647 
WWUS71 KCTP 031741
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
1241 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

PAZ024-040700-
/O.CAN.KCTP.HW.A.0001.230304T0900Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.EXT.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.230303T1900Z-230304T0700Z/
Cambria-
Including the city of Johnstown
1241 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Cambria County.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ033-041300-
/O.UPG.KCTP.HW.A.0001.230304T0900Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.HW.W.0001.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.EXT.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.230303T1900Z-230304T0700Z/
Somerset-
Including the city of Somerset
1241 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 4 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, southeast
  winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, becoming west
  after 2 AM Saturday.

* WHERE...Somerset County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 2 AM to 4 PM EST 
  Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 2 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ034-041300-
/O.UPG.KCTP.HW.A.0001.230304T0900Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.HW.W.0001.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Bedford-
Including the city of Bedford
1241 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 4 PM EST SATURDAY...

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

* WHERE...Bedford County.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ025-041300-
/O.UPG.KCTP.HW.A.0001.230304T0900Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Blair-
Including the city of Altoona
1241 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

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

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

* WHERE...Blair County.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ026>028-035-036-056-063>065-041300-
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-Cumberland-Adams-
York-
Including the cities of Huntingdon, Mount Union, Lewistown, 
Mifflintown, McConnellsburg, Chambersburg, Newport, Carlisle, 
Gettysburg, and York
1241 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Fulton, Franklin, Perry, 
  Cumberland, Adams and York Counties.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/ctp
6 follow-up statements
660 
WWUS71 KCTP 031758
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
1258 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

PAZ033-040600-
/O.CON.KCTP.HW.W.0001.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.230303T1900Z-230304T0700Z/
Somerset-
Including the city of Somerset
1258 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, southeast 
  winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Somerset County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 2 AM to 4 PM EST 
  Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 2 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ034-040600-
/O.CON.KCTP.HW.W.0001.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Bedford-
Including the city of Bedford
1258 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

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

* WHERE...Bedford County.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ024-040600-
/O.EXT.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.230303T1900Z-230304T2100Z/
Cambria-
Including the city of Johnstown
1258 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST SATURDAY...

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

* WHERE...Cambria County.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Saturday.

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ025>028-035-036-056-063>065-040600-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Blair-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-Cumberland-
Adams-York-
Including the cities of Altoona, Huntingdon, Mount Union, 
Lewistown, Mifflintown, McConnellsburg, Chambersburg, Newport, 
Carlisle, Gettysburg, and York
1258 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Fulton, Franklin, 
  Perry, Cumberland, Adams and York Counties.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/ctp
870 
WWUS71 KCTP 032251
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
551 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

PAZ033-041230-
/O.CON.KCTP.HW.W.0001.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-230304T0700Z/
Somerset-
Including the city of Somerset
551 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, southeast 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Somerset County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 2 AM to 4 PM EST 
  Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 2 AM EST Saturday.

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ034-041230-
/O.CON.KCTP.HW.W.0001.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Bedford-
Including the city of Bedford
551 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Bedford County.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-041230-
/O.EXB.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T1100Z-230304T2100Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-
Including the cities of DuBois, Clearfield, Philipsburg, 
and State College
551 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 4 PM EST SATURDAY...

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

* WHERE...Clearfield, Northern Centre and Southern Centre 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ024-041230-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Cambria-
Including the city of Johnstown
551 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Cambria County.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Saturday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Stronger wind gusts are possible in the
  higher terrain. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ025>028-035-036-056-063>065-041230-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T0700Z-230304T2100Z/
Blair-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-Cumberland-
Adams-York-
Including the cities of Altoona, Huntingdon, Mount Union, 
Lewistown, Mifflintown, McConnellsburg, Chambersburg, Newport, 
Carlisle, Gettysburg, and York
551 PM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

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

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

* WHERE...Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Fulton, Franklin, 
  Perry, Cumberland, Adams and York Counties.

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

* 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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/ctp

Colbert
436 
WWUS71 KCTP 040922
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
422 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

PAZ033-034-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Somerset-Bedford-
Including the cities of Somerset and Bedford
422 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected. 

* WHERE...Somerset County.

* WHEN...Through 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 on north, south roads where
  cross winds will be the strongest.

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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ057-059-066-042100-
/O.EXB.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T1000Z-230304T2100Z/
Dauphin-Lebanon-Lancaster-
Including the cities of Harrisburg, Hershey, Lebanon, 
and Lancaster
422 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 45 to 50 mph
  expected.
 
* WHERE...Dauphin, Lebanon and Lancaster 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Travel will be difficult at times,
  especially for high profile vehicles on north, south roads where
  cross winds will be the strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-042100-
/O.EXT.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T1000Z-230304T2100Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-
Including the cities of DuBois, Clearfield, Philipsburg, 
and State College
422 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
 
* WHERE...Clearfield, Northern Centre and Southern Centre 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. The strongest wind gusts
  will likely occur this morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Travel will be difficult at times,
  especially for high profile vehicles on north, south roads where
  cross winds will be the strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ024-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Cambria-
Including the city of Johnstown
422 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...Southwest to west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55
  mph.

* WHERE...Cambria County.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST today. The strongest wind gusts will 
  likely occur this morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Stronger wind gusts are possible on the
  ridge tops. Travel will be difficult at times, especially for 
  high profile vehicles on north, south roads where cross winds 
  will be the strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ025>028-035-036-056-063>065-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Blair-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-Cumberland-
Adams-York-
Including the cities of Altoona, Huntingdon, Mount Union, 
Lewistown, Mifflintown, McConnellsburg, Chambersburg, Newport, 
Carlisle, Gettysburg, and York
422 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

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

* WHERE...Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Fulton, Franklin, 
  Perry, Cumberland, Adams and York Counties.

* WHEN...Through 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Stronger wind gusts are possible on the 
  ridge tops. Travel will be difficult at times, especially for 
  high profile vehicles on north, south roads where cross winds 
  will be the strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/ctp
171 
WWUS71 KCTP 040958
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
458 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

PAZ024-042100-
/O.UPG.KCTP.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KCTP.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Cambria-
Including the city of Johnstown
458 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Cambria County.

* 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 on north, 
  south roads where cross winds will be the strongest.

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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ025-042100-
/O.UPG.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KCTP.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Blair-
Including the city of Altoona
458 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Blair County.

* 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 on north, 
  south roads where cross winds will be the strongest.

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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ033-034-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Somerset-Bedford-
Including the cities of Somerset and Bedford
458 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Somerset County.

* WHEN...Through 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 on north, 
  south roads where cross winds will be the strongest.


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.

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-057-059-066-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T1000Z-230304T2100Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Dauphin-Lebanon-
Lancaster-
Including the cities of DuBois, Clearfield, Philipsburg, 
State College, Harrisburg, Hershey, Lebanon, and Lancaster
458 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

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

* WHERE...Clearfield, Northern Centre and Southern Centre 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. The strongest wind gusts 
  will likely occur this morning.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Travel will be difficult at times, 
  especially for high profile vehicles on north, south roads 
  where cross winds will be the strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

PAZ026>028-035-036-056-063>065-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-Cumberland-Adams-
York-
Including the cities of Huntingdon, Mount Union, Lewistown, 
Mifflintown, McConnellsburg, Chambersburg, Newport, Carlisle, 
Gettysburg, and York
458 AM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

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

* WHERE...Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Fulton, Franklin, 
  Perry, Cumberland, Adams and York Counties.

* WHEN...Through 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Stronger wind gusts are possible on the 
  ridge tops. Travel will be difficult at times, especially for 
  high profile vehicles on north, south roads where cross winds 
  will be the strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$

Lambert/Travis

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/ctp
196 
WWUS71 KCTP 041734
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
1234 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

PAZ024-025-033-034-042100-
/O.CAN.KCTP.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
/O.EXB.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.230304T1800Z-230304T2100Z/
Cambria-Blair-Somerset-Bedford-
Including the cities of Johnstown, Altoona, Somerset, and Bedford
1234 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Fulton, Franklin, 
  Perry, Cumberland, Adams and York Counties. 

* WHEN...Through 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. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Stronger wind gusts are possible on the 
  ridge tops. Travel will be difficult at times, especially for 
  high profile vehicles on north, south roads where cross winds 
  will be the strongest. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

Review wind safety and preparedness information at
weather.gov/safety/wind.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-026>028-035-036-056-057-059-063>066-042100-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Huntingdon-Mifflin-
Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-Dauphin-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-
York-Lancaster-
Including the cities of DuBois, Clearfield, Philipsburg, 
State College, Huntingdon, Mount Union, Lewistown, Mifflintown, 
McConnellsburg, Chambersburg, Newport, Harrisburg, Hershey, 
Lebanon, Carlisle, Gettysburg, York, and Lancaster
1234 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

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

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

* WHERE...Clearfield, Northern Centre and Southern Centre 
  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. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Travel will be difficult at times, 
  especially for high profile vehicles on north, south roads 
  where cross winds will be the strongest. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind.

The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State
College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web
at weather.gov/ctp.

&&

$$
022 
WWUS71 KCTP 041959
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
259 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

PAZ017>019-024>028-033>036-056-057-059-063>066-042100-
/O.CAN.KCTP.WI.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-230304T2100Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Cambria-Blair-
Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Somerset-Bedford-Fulton-Franklin-Perry-
Dauphin-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-Lancaster-
Including the cities of DuBois, Clearfield, Philipsburg, 
State College, Johnstown, Altoona, Huntingdon, Mount Union, 
Lewistown, Mifflintown, Somerset, Bedford, McConnellsburg, 
Chambersburg, Newport, Harrisburg, Hershey, Lebanon, Carlisle, 
Gettysburg, York, and Lancaster
259 PM EST Sat Mar 4 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The strongest winds have ended across the area. Winds will 
occasionally gust 25 to 35 mph this afternoon before tapering off
this evening and overnight. 

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS State College, PA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at Mar 3, 10:37 AM EST, 2 hours 4 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Mar 3, 10:37 AM EST, 2 hours 4 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service State College PA
1037 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

.SYNOPSIS...
Low pressure will track west of Pennsylvania through the
eastern Great Lakes late Friday, producing a myriad of
precipitation types over the state. A mixture of wet snow,
sleet and some freezing rain will spread northeast across the
region very late this morning and this afternoon.

The precipitation will change to plain rain for a several hour
period tonight to the south of Interstate 80.

A strong cold front will push through the state very late
tonight and early Saturday, followed by gusty west to northwest
winds and steady or slowly falling temperatures during the day
Saturday.

An additional light accumulation of snow from frequent snow
showers is also expected across the Northern and Western
Mountains of the state on Saturday.

Fair weather with lighter wind will return on Sunday as a ridge
of high pressure builds in from the Ohio Valley

&&

.NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING/...
Clouds continue to increase, lower and thicken across central
and southern portions of the state. Precip breaking out on time
acrossing the Laurels and SC Mountains with a brief period of
snow to start. Maintaining the well layered cake of low-end
Winter Weather Advisories for all areas except for the South
Central Mtns and Lower Susq Valley today into tonight. Lower
Susq will have warmer temps with the bulk of precip falling as
rain later this afternoon/early tonight (after up to a few hour
period of wet snow/sleet) negating any significant impacts on
travel.

Gusty south winds associated with a potent southerly LLJ will
buffet the ridge tops this afternoon into early tonight. As the
sfc-850 mb low moves into SW New York early Saturday, west to
northwest winds will ramp up quickly in the wake of its swd
trailing strong cold front. 3 hour sfc pressure rises AOA 6 mb
will accompany the strong llvl CAA. So, in addition to the Wind
Advisory for the Laurels this afternoon and evening (with gusts
of 40 to 45 mph elsewhere on the ridges, a more potent wind
episode is possible across the SW 1/3 or so of our CWA Saturday,
especially near and just to the east of the I-99 corridor where
downsloping and funneling through gaps in the Allegheny Front
could lead to some 60+ mph West to NW gusts.

Temps today will rise to the mid 30s to around 40F across much
of Central PA and the Western Mtns, while the mercury climbs
into the low 40s throughout the Susq Valley where the later
precip onset (late this afternoon) and some periods of filtered
morning sunshine will occur.

This storm has some similarities as this past Mon-Tue's event,
though deep-layer uvvel and precip "rates" early on with this
storm could lead to a more distinct 1-3 hour period of wet
snow/sleet (and FZRA across the Laurels) before a change
to FZRA or plain rain occurs late this evening as temps inch up
to between 33-36 across much of Central and Southern PA.

The best chance for over an inch of snow appears to be across
the N Mtns, where the low to mid level cold air will take
longer to dislodge, and 850 mb wet bulbs will cool a few to
several deg C - back down to -3 to -5C between 00Z-03Z Sat after
the precip (mainly wet snow/sleet) falls for a few hours.

The GFS and 00Z Fri HREF both indicate the possibility for a
brief 1-2 hour period of moderate snow in this part of the
state late this afternoon and again around or shortly after
midnight, following and extended period of sleet and/or fzra,
producing a few inches of accumulation before the changeover.

Earlier snow/sleet forecast looks in pretty good shape. Did make
a few tweaks to the snow and ice grids where Advisories are in
effect. However, the most likely totals range from 1-3 inches
over the N Mtns, to nothing over the Lower Susq Valley.

Plenty of moisture in the 0-3km layer, combined with an
upsloping southeast flow, should yield lingering light
precipitation in the form of light rain/drizzle for much of the
area. However, model soundings indicate sleet or high elevation
fzra could persist over the N Mtns well into the night with
temps hovering around 30-32F. Also, strong upper level
diffluence ahead of potent mid level shortwave, combined with a
bit of elevated cape, suggest a few heavier showers, and even a
rumble of thunder, are possible later tonight.

&&

.SHORT TERM /6 PM THIS EVENING THROUGH 6 PM SATURDAY/...
A tight pressure gradient behind the departing low, combined
with subsidence force by differential anticyclonic vorticity
advection, should result in increasingly gusty west winds on
Saturday. Bufkit soundings support gusts between 45-50kt across
the Laurel Highlands and just downwind of the I-99 corridor in
south-central PA (northern edge of a Sting Jet?), with somewhat
lower wgusts around 35-40kts elsewhere. Coordinated with KLWX
to post a High Wind Watch for our 4 Southwest Counties across
the Laurel Highlands and points just east for Saturday,
beginning shortly before daybreak.

Lingering low level moisture and orographic forcing
appears likely to support mixed rain/snow showers Saturday,
primarily over the NW Mtns. Otherwise, relatively cold temps
aloft should result in plenty of stratocu with the best
opportunity for breaks southeast of the Appalachians. Mixing
down 850mb temps of -3C to -5C translates to near seasonal
highs ranging from the upper 30s over the Alleghenies to the low
50s across the Lower Susq Valley.

&&

.LONG TERM /SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY/...
10PM Update: Recent model guidance continues to support residual
snow/rain showers across the northern half of CPA through
Saturday afternoon with some residual showers across the NW
Alleghenies prior to Sunday. Model runs have also tightened up
slightly pertaining to a surface low tracking through upstate NY
with a cold front tracking across PA Tuesday morning. Model
guidance continues to suggest lake effect snow with WNW flow
into the northern Alleghenies.

Prev...
Weakening primary sfc should be over NW Pa Saturday
morning and is progged to drift ESE across central PA by midday
Saturday before exiting to the east and dissolving in the strong
cyclonic flow around the intense secondary low southeast of
Cape Cod. This will keep scattered rain and snow showers over
especially the northern half of central PA into Saturday
afternoon, diminishing by Sat night. High pressure builds in
Sunday to cap off the weekend with a mix of clouds and sun as
any lingering rain and snow showers will taper off over the
Alleghenies.

High pressure will remain over the region through Monday
morning before a warm front lifting into the eastern Great Lakes
potentially brushes the northern tier with isold to sct rain
showers in the afternoon, although forcing for this is slightly
farther north than model consensus depicted yesterday. The rest
of central PA should remain dry until Monday evening as a
surface low tracks into upstate NY, dragging a cold front across
central PA into Tuesday morning. Cooler conditions expected
Tuesday with scattered rain showers, with a transition to snow
showers in the north.

While there remains significant spread in solutions by the
middle of next week, models are overall trending colder for the
middle to latter part of next week with persistent WNW flow
across the central and eastern GLAKS maintaining lake effect and
orographic snow showers over the Alleghenies.

&&

.AVIATION /16Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Late morning update.

Precipitation timing not bad, will have to take a look at type
once something reaches the ground.

Main change was the winds, which are gusty in some spots now.

Earlier discussion below.

Mixed precipitation will move across central PA late this
morning through the afternoon. After initial VFR conditions this
morning, expect lowering cigs and vsbys as snow, sleet and rain
move into the region. Most sites will become IFR this afternoon
and evening and remain so until Saturday morning.

Winds will be out of the ESE today and tonight then shift out of
the west on Saturday. Strong LLWS is likely this afternoon and
evening.

Outlook...

Sat...Light rain/snow early then drying out downwind of the
mtns. Snow showers could linger NW. Wind gusts 15-25kt from
280-310 deg.

Sun...Sct snow showers psbl NW mtns. VFR elsewhere.

Mon...Rain/snow showers psbl Monday night.

Tue...Rain showers psbl, some restrictions in the west.

&&

.CLIMATE...
February and Winter Season (December2022+January2023+February2023)
climate summary statistics for select sites in Central PA:

Harrisburg (Climate Record Period 1888 to 2023)
-----------------------------------------------
February avg temp/rank: 40.8F/2nd warmest on record
February avg max temp/rank: 51.6F/warmest on record
February avg min temp/rank: 29.9F/T10th warmest (1891)
February total precipitation/rank: 0.93"/8th driest
February total snowfall/rank: T/Tied least snowy (2020/1925/1915)

DJF winter avg temp/rank: 38.2F/T3rd warmest (1997-1998)
DJF winter avg max temp/rank: 46.8F/2nd warmest
DJF winter avg min temp/rank: 29.7F/T5th warmest (1952-1953)
DJF winter total precipitation/rank: 7.80"/58th driest
DJF winter total snowfall/rank: 5.9"/6th least snowy

Williamsport (Climate Record Period 1895 to 2023)
-------------------------------------------------
February avg temp/rank: 36.7F/3rd warmest
February avg max temp/rank: 48.4F/warmest on record
February avg min temp/rank: 25.1F/18th warmest
February total precipitation/rank: 1.33"/26th driest
February total snowfall/rank: 3.2"/T21st least snowy (1990)

DJF winter avg temp/rank: 35.5F/2nd warmest
DJF winter avg max temp/rank: 43.9F/2nd warmest
DJF winter avg min temp/rank: 27.1F/5th warmest
DJF winter total precipitation/rank: 9.81"/35th wettest
DJF winter total snowfall/rank: 11.5"/T15th least snowy (1895-1896)

State College (Climate Record Period 1893 to 2023)
--------------------------------------------------
February avg temp/rank: 37.1F/Tied warmest on record (2017)
February avg max temp/rank: 47.0F/warmest on record
February avg min temp/rank: 27.1F/T5th warmest (2020)
February total precipitation/rank: 1.67"/37th driest
February total snowfall/rank: 1.1"/4th least snowy

DJF winter avg temp/rank: 35.3F/3rd warmest
DJF winter avg max temp/rank: 43.1F/3rd warmest
DJF winter avg min temp/rank: 27.5F/4th warmest
DJF winter total precipitation/rank: 9.53"/32nd wettest
DJF winter total snowfall/rank: 16.9"/22nd least snowy

Altoona (Climate Record Period 1948 to 2023)
--------------------------------------------
February avg temp/rank: 38.2F/2nd warmest
February avg max temp/rank: 49.9F/warmest on record
February avg min temp/rank: 26.5F/10th warmest
February total precipitation/rank: 1.98"/37th driest

DJF winter avg temp/rank: 35.6F/2nd warmest
DJF winter avg max temp/rank: 43.8F/warmest on record
DJF winter avg min temp/rank: 27.4F/T3rd warmest (2011-2012)
DJF winter total precipitation/rank: 8.90"/14th wettest

Bradford (Climate Record Period 1957 to 2023)
---------------------------------------------
February avg temp/rank: 33.6F/warmest on record
February avg max temp/rank: 44.6F/warmest on record
February avg min temp/rank: 22.6F/5th warmest
February total precipitation/rank: 2.26"/36th wettest

DJF winter avg temp/rank: 32.0F/warmest on record
DJF winter avg max temp/rank: 39.6F/warmest on record
DJF winter avg min temp/rank: 24.4F/warmest on record
DJF winter total precipitation/rank: 7.43"/21st driest

&&

.CTP WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Weather Advisory from 3 PM this afternoon to 9 AM EST
Saturday for PAZ005-006-037-041-042.
Winter Weather Advisory from 2 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EST
Saturday for PAZ010>012-045-049.
Winter Weather Advisory until midnight EST tonight for
PAZ017>019-024-025.
Wind Advisory from 2 PM this afternoon to 10 PM EST this
evening for PAZ024-033.
High Wind Watch from late tonight through Saturday afternoon
for PAZ024-025-033-034.
Winter Weather Advisory until 9 PM EST this evening for PAZ033-
034.
Winter Weather Advisory from 3 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EST
Saturday for PAZ046-051>053-058.

&&

SYNOPSIS...Lambert/DeVoir
NEAR TERM...Lambert/DeVoir/Dangelo
SHORT TERM...Lambert/Colbert
LONG TERM...DeVoir/NPB
AVIATION...Martin/Travis
CLIMATE...
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 3, 4:50 AM EST, 7 hours 51 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service State College PA
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

PAZ005-006-037-041-042-041000-
McKean-Potter-Tioga-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
9 AM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to relay reports of significant snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service.

PAZ046-051>053-058-041000-
Southern Lycoming-Montour-Northumberland-Columbia-Schuylkill-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 AM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Gusty northwest winds around 40 mph are likely Saturday. Otherwise,
the probability of widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to relay reports of significant snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service.

PAZ010>012-045-049-041000-
Elk-Cameron-Northern Clinton-Southern Clinton-Union-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 AM EST SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Gusty Northwest winds up to 40 mph are likely on Saturday. Otherwise,
the probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to relay reports of significant snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service.

PAZ004-026>028-035-050-041000-
Warren-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Snyder-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Gusty Northwest winds up to 45 mph are likely on Saturday, mainly
across the Southern half of Pennsylvania. Otherwise, the probability
for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

PAZ025-041000-
Blair-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.
   High Wind Watch.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to relay reports of significant snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service.

PAZ034-041000-
Bedford-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM
EST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.
   High Wind Watch.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to relay reports of significant snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service.

PAZ017>019-041000-
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Gusty Northwest winds up to 45 mph are likely on Saturday. Otherwise,
the probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to relay reports of significant snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service.

PAZ024-041000-
Cambria-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 PM EST
THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.
   Wind Advisory.
   High Wind Watch.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report significant hazardous weather.

PAZ033-041000-
Somerset-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM
EST THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 PM EST
THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.
   Wind Advisory.
   High Wind Watch.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report significant hazardous weather.

PAZ036-056-057-059-063>066-041000-
Franklin-Perry-Dauphin-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-Lancaster-
450 AM EST Fri Mar 3 2023

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

West to northwest winds could gust around 45 mph from around daybreak
Saturday through Saturday afternoon. Otherwise, the probability for
widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

Lambert/Travis

The office that day

Everything else NWS State College, PA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 3, 4:29 AM ESTHigh Wind WatchCTPBedford, Blair, Cambria, Somerset8 hr
Mar 3, 12:41 PM ESTHigh Wind WarningCTPBedford, Blair, Cambria, Somerset24 hr

Nearby

Wind Advisories in Pennsylvania, 2023Every wind advisory in 2023

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.