High wind advisory in effect

Batten down the hatches.

The National Weather Service is warning that today's high winds could send loose objects and tree limbs flying.

A wind advisory is in effect until 11 p.m. this evening.

Winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of up to 50 mph are predicted and should reach peak speeds this afternoon and into the early evening.

Driving could become difficult, warns the weather service, especially for high profile vehicles.