...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...In New York, Clinton, Essex, Franklin, and Southeastern St. Lawrence. In Vermont, Grand Isle, Western Chittenden, and Western Franklin Counties. * WHEN...From noon Thursday to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and cause isolated to scattered power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected to occur between 9 PM Thursday evening until 4 AM Friday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects, especially Christmas decorations. &&