Wind Advisory in Effect for Most of Tuesday

A wind advisory has been posted for Inver Grove Heights and much of the Twin Cities from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.  

The wind will come with a cold front sweeping into the area Tuesday morning. Southwest winds could blow from 28-31 miles per hour with gusts to 44 mph. Objects left outside, such as trash cans and lawn furniture, could be blown around.

Be cautious as driving could be hazardous, especially for those in larger vehicles, the National Weather Service said.

Wind advisories are posted when winds of 35 mph or more are expected.

There's also a 20 percent chance of showers before 1 p.m. and then it should be partly sunny and warmer, with a high near 69 degrees.