It’s expected to last through Thursday morning.
..WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...West to northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast and northern Maryland, The District of Columbia, central and northern Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 4 AM EST Thursday. * 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. By The National Weather Service, Sterling, Va.