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Wind advisory issued for parts of San Diego County

The outside of the Julian Cuyamaca Fire Protection District fire station, Sept. 26, 2018.
Priya Sridhar
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KPBS

A wind advisory is in effect for parts of San Diego County until 10 p.m. Monday, according to the National Weather Service.

West winds from 25 mph to 35 mph and gusts from 45 mph to 55 mph are expected in the San Diego County mountains and the communities of Julian and Pine Valley.

Gusty winds can blow around unsecured objects and tree limbs can be blown down causing power outages.

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The NWS recommends using caution when driving, especially those in high-profile vehicles, and securing outdoor objects.

KPBS has created a public safety coverage policy to guide decisions on what stories we prioritize, as well as whose narratives we need to include to tell complete stories that best serve our audiences. This policy was shaped through months of training with the Poynter Institute and feedback from the community. You can read the full policy here.