< California High Wind Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 02:36

California High Wind Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 02:36

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 50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Strongest during the overnight hours. * WHERE...Interstate 5 Corridor, Northern Ventura County Mountains, and Southern Ventura County Mountains. * 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: 
Southern Ventura County Mountains; Northern Ventura County Mountains; Interstate 5 Corridor
Forcast Office: 
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA