A strong storm is hitting the Bay Area Thursday morning bringing widespread rainfall and strong, gusty winds.

A wind advisory is in effect for most of the Bay Area with gusts up to 50 MPH today. Daytime highs will be 5-8 degrees below normal.

The will last through the afternoon but should lighten up before the evening commute.

However the winds will be factor until Thursday evening.

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