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

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected for the base of the northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. * WHERE...Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. * WHEN...Until 3 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although winds have decreased this morning, strong cross winds will continue along Highway 11 from Pendleton to Milton-Freewater and along Interstate 84 near Cabbage Hill.