...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...In Colorado, Lower Yampa River Basin, Grand Valley, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin and Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River. In Utah, Southeast Utah, Eastern Uinta Basin, Arches/Grand Flat and Canyonlands/Natural Bridges.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Sunday to midnight MDT Sunday night.

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

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.

People, especially those with respiratory illnesses, heart disease, the elderly, and children are recommended to stay indoors and avoid prolonged outdoor exercise or heavy exertion due to wind-blown dust.