Flags on the Peconic Riverfront dock blow in strong winds. RiverheadLOCAL/Peter Blasl (file photo)

A wind advisory is in effect for Long Island and the New York City metro regions from noon to midnight Friday.

West winds of 20 to 25 mph, gusting to 40-45 mph are expected, according to the National Weather Service.

Gusty winds will blow around Halloween decorations and other unsecured objects, the weather service said. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result, according to the advisory.

A gale warning is posted for Long Island Sound, as well as Peconic and Gardiners bays, and will remain in effect until 6 a.m. Saturday.

The weather service has issued a coastal flood statement for northeastern Suffolk. It remains in effect through this evening, the weather service said..

Up to one-half foot of inundation above ground level is expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline, according to the statement.

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