High Wind Warning
From the National Weather Service
STARTED: | Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023 @ 10:37 a.m. |
ENDED: | Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023 @ 10 a.m. |
SEVERITY: | Severe |
URGENCY: | Expected |
AREAS: | Del Norte Interior; Northern Humboldt Coast; Southwestern Humboldt; Northern Humboldt Interior; Southern Humboldt Interior; Mendocino Coast; Northwest |
INSTRUCTIONS
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.
DESCRIPTION
* WHAT…Southeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 85 mph.
* WHERE…Del Norte Interior, Northern Humboldt Coast, Southwestern Humboldt, Northern Humboldt Interior, Southern Humboldt Interior, Mendocino Coast, Northwestern Mendocino Interior and Southwestern Mendocino Interior Counties.
* WHEN…Until 10 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.