SHENANDOAH, VA (Rocktown Now) — Skyline Drive will be closing Thursday, December 18 at 5pm.

Shenandoah National Park says this is due to an incoming wind system.

Officials note that if you are taking Skyline Drive today to exit the road by 5pm.

A wind advisory has been issued from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, with wind speeds up to 40 mph and gusts up to 60 mph. Officials say they will assess road conditions and remove any downed trees or debris before reopening Skyline Drive.