Residents of five central U.S. states advised indoors

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a warning for residents in five states to stay indoors due to strong winds. These winds are sweeping across the central United States. The affected states are Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Kansas, and Nebraska. This warning comes after a severe storm over the weekend, which resulted in at least 42 deaths. President Donald Trump has deployed the National Guard to Arkansas, one of the areas that faced major damage. High winds are expected to continue, with gusts reaching up to 90 mph in some regions, comparable to a weak hurricane. On Tuesday morning, a high wind warning and red flag warning were issued for all five states. The strongest winds were anticipated in the Pueblo region of Colorado, with speeds between 40 and 50 mph. New Mexico and Texas are also preparing for hurricane-force winds. Dust clouds are creating hazardous driving conditions across these states, reducing visibility. The NWS advises people to stay indoors, particularly in lower levels of their homes, and away from windows. These winds can lead to power outages and falling trees. Meteorologists have indicated that the strongest winds will occur today and into the evening. After the storm passes, the weather is expected to calm down. Travel conditions will be difficult, especially for large vehicles like trucks. Residents are urged to take safety precautions and avoid unnecessary travel during this weather event.