Wind Advisory Issued for Long Island with Gusts Up to 50 mph A wind advisory has been issued for Long Island, warning of potential damaging gusts and scattered power outages as a strong frontal system moves through the region. The National Weather Service in Upton reported that the advisory is in effect for Suffolk and Nassau counties from 2 p.m. Monday to 4 a.m. Tuesday. South winds are expected to reach 15 to 25 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 50 mph. Isolated gusts could exceed 55 mph, according to the weather service. The strongest winds are anticipated Monday afternoon through Monday evening as the area transitions into the warm sector ahead of the cold front. Forecasters also issued a dense fog advisory for Long Island, noting that visibility may drop below one mile at times. This advisory remains in effect until 11 a.m. Tuesday. Additional weather concerns include periods of showers and thunderstorms through Monday night, with the possibility of locally heavy downpours. The National Weather Service predicted storm-total rainfall in the 1- to 2-inch range, highlighting a risk of minor flooding in low-lying, urban, and poorly drained areas. Gusty winds could pose hazards by blowing around unsecured objects, downing tree limbs, and causing brief power outages. Drivers are urged to exercise caution, particularly with high-profile vehicles, while residents are advised to secure outdoor items. As the cold front progresses, winds are expected to shift to the west late Monday night, bringing colder air into the region. Conditions will turn drier on Tuesday, though breezy weather with west wind gusts up to 30 mph is likely in some areas.#national_weather_service #long_island #cold_front #suffolk_county #nassau_county
