Special Weather Statement issued January 25 at 2:21PM EST by NWS

…Gusty Southeast Winds this Afternoon into Early Evening… Strong southeast winds sustained between 15 and 25mph with gusts up to 40 to 45mph have been observed along the Taconics, Berkshires and in southern Vermont this afternoon. The potential for strong wind gusts continues into this evening. Such gusty winds may lead to downed tree branches.

Source: National Weather Service Alerts for Vermont