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Newfound Gap Road to close in Smokies due to high wind warning

The National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for the Smoky Mountains from 4 p.m. Wednesday to 10 a.m. Thursday.
Credit: WBIR

Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — Great Smoky National Park leaders said US 441/Newfound Gap Road will be closing at 2 p.m. due to the High Wind Warning for the area Wednesday. 

The National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for the Smoky Mountains from 4 p.m. Wednesday to 10 a.m. Thursday. 

Winds could be strong enough to blow down trees and power lines. Power outages could be a possibility and high profile vehicles should use caution. 

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