High Wind Watch
From the National Weather Service
STARTED: | Monday, Dec. 26, 2022 @ 10 p.m. |
ENDED: | Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022 @ 4 a.m. |
SEVERITY: | Severe |
URGENCY: | Future |
AREAS: | Coastal Del Norte; Del Norte Interior; Southwestern Humboldt; Northern Humboldt Interior; Southern Humboldt Interior |
INSTRUCTIONS
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.
DESCRIPTION
* WHAT…South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. Strongest winds typically occur across exposed ridges and coastal headlands.
* WHERE…Coastal Del Norte, Del Norte Interior, Southwestern Humboldt, Northern Humboldt Interior and Southern Humboldt Interior Counties.
* WHEN…From Monday evening through late Monday night.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.