Wind Advisory in Effect for Rochelle, Surrounding Counties

ROCHELLE – A wind advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. to midnight CST for Boone, Lee, Ogle, and Winnebago counties, with northwesterly wind gusts exceeding 45 mph expected. The National Weather Service warns that gusts could reach 60 mph, potentially bringing down trees and power lines, causing outages and making travel difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around, and residents are advised to use caution.