Headline:
High Wind Warning issued May 17 at 2:36AM PDT until May 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 2:36am
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected. Strongest during the overnight hours.
* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara
County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and
Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind speeds may drop well below warning
levels at times during the daytime hours.
Instruction:
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Area Description:
Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range; Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range; Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender: