Wind Gusts Up To 50 MPH This Thursday, NYC Warns

NEW YORK CITY — City officials have issued a wind advisory for Thursday, between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., following a forecast of winds blowing 20-25 miles per hour, with gusts of up to 50 miles per hour.

National Weather Service meteorologists say strong winds could blow down tree limbs, holiday decorations, and any other unsecured objects.

"A few power outages may result," forecasters said.

Thursday's winds could also make driving difficult, especially for larger cars, the meteorologists said.

The Metropolitan Transit Authority said no empty tractor-trailers or tandem trailers will be allowed on city bridges from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, due to the expected winds.

New York City Department of Buildings officials said they will be performing random inspections of construction sites around the city to make sure cranes are not in use and things like scaffolding, fences, sheds, tools, and other materials are wind-proofed.

New Yorkers are encouraged to call 311 to report non-compliant conditions or 911 to report emergencies at construction sites or buildings, the department officials said.

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