The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Tuesday afternoon overnight with gusts in some areas as high as 65 mph. Some meteorologists are referring to the weather system as a "Bomb Cyclone" since the low pressure it carries is dropping quickly in a short period of time. Winds in Burien, West Seattle and Ballard are likely to be somewhat lower than those further outside central Puget Sound.

HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East to southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Coast, North Coast, Western Strait of Juan De Fuca, Bellevue and Vicinity, and East Puget Sound Lowlands.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Tuesday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening into early Wednesday morning. Significant impacts may occur at lower-than-usual wind speeds due to the atypical easterly wind direction.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.