Update: Wind advisory in place for North Bay Interior Mountains and East Bay Hills for Sunday and Monday

North Bay Interior Mountains and East Bay Hills are under an updated wind advisory which was issued by the National Weather Operation on Saturday at p m The advisory is valid from Sunday p m until Monday May at p m The NWS San Francisco CA noted North winds to mph with gusts up to mph expected Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects Tree limbs could be blown down and a sparse power outages may impact Strong winds may move loose debris development in minor damage property and cause sporadic power outages Movement could become hard especially for high profile vehicles the NWS declared Winds this strong can make driving tough especially for high profile vehicles Use extra caution Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind Understanding high wind alerts When it comes to high wind alerts understanding the levels of threat is crucial The NWS classifies them into three distinct categories High wind warning Take action Sustained strong winds with even stronger gusts are happening Seek shelter If you are driving keep both hands on the wheel and slow down Wind advisory Take action Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving High wind watch Be prepared Sustained strong winds are realizable Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you re not caught outside How to prepare before strong winds approach Trim tree branches away from your house and power lines Secure loose gutters and shutters Identify an interior room of your house such as a basement or interior bathroom that you can take shelter in during high wind warnings If you live in a mobile home identify a sturdy building you can go to if the NWS issues a high wind or severe thunderstorm warning Charge batteries of all essential items such as cell phones and booster packs weather radios and power tools such as a reciprocating saw which you might need to clear debris Update your emergency kit and be sure to include enough food and water to last for days for each person in your home Make a list of items outside your home you will need to tie down or put away so that they don t blow away or fly through a window When the NWS issues a high wind watch right now secure these items to avoid damage or injury once the wind starts picking up How to act during strong winds Take shelter Right away go inside a sturdy building during a high wind warning or severe thunderstorm warning and move to an interior room or basement If you are in a mobile home move to a sturdy building before the winds pick up or the storm system reaches your location If caught outside or driving Take shelter in your car if you are not near a sturdy building If achievable drive to a nearby sturdy building Otherwise move your car to a location where it is less likely to be hit by falling trees or power lines If no shelter is available avoid trees power lines and the side of the road Keep in mind that power lines that are laying on the ground may be live Do not go near them Try to find a place that will block blowing or falling debris If you are driving and aren t near a sturdy building hold the steering wheel with both hands and slow down Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks buses and vehicles towing trailers One strong gust of wind can be enough to flip one of these trailers onto its side What to do after strong winds subside Do not go near downed power lines Overview downed power lines to the police Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard