Special Weather Statement issued October 03 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS

…Strong wind gusts this afternoon and evening… Strong southwest winds will continue through the afternoon hours. Sustained winds around 20 to 25 mph with gusts around 40 to 45 mph will be possible, and locally stronger winds cannot be ruled out. Winds are expected to temporarily weaken across the region from mid to late afternoon, before a front and chances for showers