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Strong Winds Ahead: Be Prepared

With high-wind warnings throughout the region on Wednesday and Thursday, keep these numbers handy.

Ross McKeon, Neighbor
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The National Weather Service is forecasting high-wind warnings throughout the region on Wednesday and Thursday, with the strongest gusts expected in the hills above 1,000 feet.

The warning, which includes expected gusts up to 70 miles per hour, is in effect from 6 a.m. Wednesday to 6 a.m. Thursday.

Considering the potential for local damage, it's a good time to have emergency contacts available.

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  • Danville police can be reached at (925) 314-3700, or during after-hours at (925) 820-2144.
  • If you want to report traffic problems, phone (925) 820-2144. If a traffic signal is not working properly, phone (925) 314-3310 or (925) 313-7054.
  • Power outages should be reported to (800) 743-5002. PG&E is available at (800) 743-5000 while water emergencies can be directed to EBMUD at (866) 403-2683.
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