High Wind Watch Alert: Damaging Winds Possible Tonight

The National Weather Service has declared a high wind watch for Nashua and much of central New Hampshire for Wednesday evening, which means winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts between 50 and 60 mph possible late night and into Thursday morning.

The high wind watch is from 6 p.m. until early Thursday morning.

Winds that strong are capable of knocking down trees and branches, as well as power lines.

The National Weather Service recommends people stay indoors and away from windows. Motorists are advised to slow down and be on the watch for objects that may either blow down or into the roadway.

Homeowners are advised to secure any loose outdoor items.

There is also a dense fog advisory, so motorists be vigilant out there.