Wind Gusts Could Reach 45 MPH Today

A little windy out there today, eh?

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Monday and says gusts could reach up to 45 mph. Strong low pressure and a cold front is moving across Wisconsin, according to the NWS report.

The good news is that southeastern Wisconsin largely avoided the severe weather that was predicted for the weekend, unlike other parts of Midwest that were devastated by tornadoes.

The weather is expected to cool off Tuesday before getting back into the 60s on Wednesday. Click here for the rest of the National Weather Service's forecast for Menomonee Falls.

As the weather warms up and thunderstorms start to pass through the state, it's a perfect time to remember storm safety.

On Thursday a statewide tornado drill is planned. At 1 p.m., the National Weather Service will issue a mock tornado watch, and at 1:45 p.m. a statewide mock tornado warning.

Radio, television and cable stations across Wisconsin will participate in the drill. And for the first time, NOAA weather radios (also known as Emergency Weather Radios) will be tested during the drill. If there is actual severe weather, the test will be postponed until Friday.