The National Weather Service is forecasting that wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible in the early morning hours of April 4 in the greater Seattle area. If you have hanging plants, or other items that are subject to wind damage you are advised to secure or stow them away.

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southwest Interior, Everett and Vicinity, Tacoma Area, Hood Canal Area, Lower Chehalis Valley Area, Seattle and Vicinity and Bremerton and Vicinity.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.