Los Angeles County is the focus of an updated high wind warning issued at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday by the National Weather Service. The warning is in effect until Friday at 1 a.m.
The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA said, “Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.”
“Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles,” according to the NWS. “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.”
The full list of affected locations includes:
- Southern Ventura County Mountains
- Northern Ventura County Mountains
- 5 Freeway corridor near Santa Clarita
- Western San Gabriel Mountains/Highway 14 Corridor
- Eastern San Gabriel Mountains
- Western Antelope Valley Foothills
- Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills
Emergency alerts in Southern California
For “considerable or catastrophic” hazards, emergency alerts will be sent to all enabled mobile phones in the area. To monitor lesser risk, residents are advised to sign up for county alert systems and to monitor agencies’ social media. How to sign up for alerts in your area: