Los Angeles, California – Damaging northeast winds are expected to continue across mountain and corridor areas of Los Angeles County through Monday afternoon, prompting a High Wind Warning with travel and power outage concerns.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, a High Wind Warning remains in effect until 3 p.m. PST Monday for the Interstate 5 Corridor, Santa Susana Mountains, Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor, and the Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area.
Forecasters report northeast winds of 25 to 40 miles per hour, with gusts reaching up to 60 miles per hour. These winds are strong enough to down trees and power lines, creating the potential for widespread power outages and hazardous travel conditions.
Locations impacted include Gorman, Pyramid Lake, Tejon Pass, Acton, Malibu Bowl, Oat Mountain, Warm Springs, and Mill Creek, where exposed ridges and passes are most vulnerable to strong gusts. Travel may be especially difficult for high-profile vehicles such as trucks, RVs, and trailers along Interstate 5 and Highway 14.
The National Weather Service notes that wet soils from recent precipitation increase the likelihood of trees being uprooted, raising the risk of blocked roadways and utility disruptions. Unsecured outdoor objects may also be blown around, posing additional hazards.
A Wind Advisory that had been in place earlier expired Sunday evening, but stronger warning-level winds continue through Monday.
Residents and travelers are urged to secure loose items, avoid unnecessary travel through mountain passes during peak wind periods, and remain alert for falling debris and downed power lines.
Officials recommend monitoring updates from the National Weather Service as conditions evolve through Monday afternoon.
