Headline:
Wind Advisory issued May 16 at 11:31AM PDT until May 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 11:31am
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.
* WHERE...Imperial Valley and Salton Sea.
* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
Instruction:
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
In addition, strong winds over desert areas could result in briefly
lowered visibilities to well under a mile at times in blowing dust
or blowing sand. Use extra caution.
Area Description:
Salton Sea; Imperial Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender: