High Wind Warning Issued For New Canaan

FAIRFIELD COUNTY — Winds gusts of more than 60 mph could cause power outages and knock down trees in coastal Fairfield County Friday morning, the National Weather Service warns.

High winds could cause power outages along Fairfield County's coast Friday morning.
Photo Credit: *National Hydrometeorological Prediction Center*

by Matt Zalaznick

12/21/2012 6:10 a.m.

The warning is in effect through noon for Norwalk, Stamford, Greenwich, Darien, Westport, New Canaan and Fairfield. The winds, which will be accompanied by heavy rain, will be strongest after sunrise, the Weather Service says.

"Winds of this magnitude could down trees and tree limbs, power lines and holiday decorations and cause minor property damage" the Weather Service says. "Numerous power outages will be possible."

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