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Special Weather Statement issued January 13 at 6:27AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
Expect gusty southwest to northeast winds from late morning through the afternoon ahead of an approaching cold front. Sustained winds between 15 and 20 mph will occasionally gust between 25 and 35 mph. A few gusts may peak around 40 mph especially in the Bluegrass region of east central Kentucky. Use caution if traveling in a high profile vehicle, and watch for fallen limbs. Winds will subside around sunset, but may remain a bit gusty until around Midnight.
Windy and Warmer: A Strong Rebound Under Sunny Skies
"Kentucky will experience a significant warming trend today as high pressure shifts east and a strong southerly wind develops. Despite a cold start, temperatures will climb into the 50s for most of the state. It will be a very windy day, but precipitation is not expected."