On Monday at 6:22 a.m. a wind advisory was released by the National Weather Service valid from 1 p.m. until Tuesday 7 a.m. for Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and North Central Oregon.

The weather service adds, "Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 60 mph expected."

"Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result," comments the weather service. "Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution."

Navigating high wind alerts: What each level means

When it comes to high wind alerts, understanding the levels of risk is crucial. The weather service classifies them into three distinct categories:

High wind warning: Take action!

Sustained, strong winds with

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