Active AlertsWestern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area

Red Flag Warning

Issued at Tue 2:38 PM Oct. 13

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. Use extreme caution with anything that can spark a wildfire. Residents near wildland interfaces should be prepared to evacuate if a wildfire breaks out. See readyforwildfire.org and wildfirerisk.org for information.

Full details

High Wind Watch

Issued at Tue 11:21 AM Oct. 13

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Northeast winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts of 50 to 70 mph possible.
Where: Eastern San Gabriel Mountains, Interstate 5 Corridor, Santa Susana Mountains, Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor, and Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area.
When: From Thursday morning through Friday evening.
Impacts: Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Recommended Action

Secure outdoor objects. Avoid parking vehicles under trees. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Have a plan in place for possible power outages.