Weather Alert Watch
Severe High Wind Warning

High Wind Warning for Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range; Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range +1 more

What: Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Strongest during the overnight hours. Impacts: Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high...

CASanta Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range; Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range; Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains

Official alert brief

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

From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 AM PDT Sunday.

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.

Instructions

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.