Rock Island, Illinois

...Strong Southwest to West Winds Continue This Evening... Strong winds are expected to continue through this evening with frequent gusts of 35 to 45 mph. Isolated showers or storms that develop may locally enhance these winds and could lead to brief gusts over 50 mph. The strongest winds could bring down tree limbs and blow around loose objects. Motorists should be extra cautious this evening because the strong winds will make for difficult travel conditions, especially for high profile vehicles.