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High Wind Warning 2, NWS Eureka, CA

December 14, 2021Del Norte County, California

NWS Eureka, CA issued this high wind warning at Dec 14, 2021, 12:16 PM PST for Del Norte County, California. It took effect at Dec 15, 2021, 7:00 AM PST. It was in force for 8 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 14, 2021, 12:16 PM PST (20:16 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 15, 2021, 7:00 AM PST
Expired
Dec 15, 2021, 3:00 PM PST
In force
8 hr
Issued by
NWS Eureka, CA

County Del Norte County, CA

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 109 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:18 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Medford/Jackson, OR (KMFR), launched 12:00Z, 8.3 hours before the alert went out and 118 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Medford/Jackson, OR at 12:00Z on 2021-12-14Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 3 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Medford/Jackson, OR at 12:00Z on 2021-12-14The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 14 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
3 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-14 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
559 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
71 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
14 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
21 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

131 
WWUS76 KEKA 142016
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1216 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

CAZ101-150430-
/O.UPG.KEKA.HW.A.0002.211215T1600Z-211215T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.HW.W.0002.211215T1500Z-211215T2200Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
1216 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 2 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 2 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ102>106-110-111-113-150430-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1500Z-211215T2200Z/
Del Norte Interior-Northern Humboldt Coast-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
1216 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 2 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Del Norte Interior, Southeastern Mendocino Interior, 
  Northern Humboldt Coast, Northeastern Mendocino Interior, 
  Northern Humboldt Interior, Southwestern Humboldt, Southern 
  Humboldt Interior and Northwestern Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 2 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
486 
WWUS76 KEKA 150217
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

CAZ101-151030-
/O.EXT.KEKA.HW.W.0002.211215T1500Z-211215T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 3 PM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ107>109-151030-
/O.EXB.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1500Z-211215T2300Z/
Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-Mendocino Coast-
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 3 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Trinity, Southern Trinity and Mendocino Coast 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ112-114-115-151030-
/O.EXB.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1800Z-211215T2300Z/
Southwestern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 3 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southwestern Mendocino Interior, Northern Lake and 
  Southern Lake Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ102-104>106-151030-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1200Z-211215T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 3 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Del Norte Interior, Northern Humboldt Interior, 
  Southwestern Humboldt and Southern Humboldt Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ103-111-151030-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1500Z-211215T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 3 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast and Northeastern Mendocino 
  Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ110-113-151030-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1800Z-211215T2300Z/
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
617 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 3 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeastern Mendocino Interior and Northwestern 
  Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
529 
WWUS76 KEKA 150651
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1051 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

CAZ101-151500-
/O.CON.KEKA.HW.W.0002.211215T1500Z-211215T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
1051 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 3 PM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ102-104>106-151500-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1200Z-211215T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
1051 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 3 PM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Del Norte Interior, Northern Humboldt Interior, 
  Southwestern Humboldt and Southern Humboldt Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ103-107>109-111-151500-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1500Z-211215T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-
Mendocino Coast-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
1051 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 3 PM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mendocino Coast, Southern Trinity, Northern Humboldt 
  Coast, Northeastern Mendocino Interior and Northern Trinity 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ110-112>115-151500-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1800Z-211215T2300Z/
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Southwestern Mendocino Interior-
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
1051 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 3 PM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeastern Mendocino Interior, Southwestern 
  Mendocino Interior, Northern Lake, Southern Lake and 
  Northwestern Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 3 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
643 
WWUS76 KEKA 151329
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
529 AM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

CAZ101-152130-
/O.EXT.KEKA.HW.W.0002.211215T1500Z-211215T2200Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
529 AM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ102-104>106-152130-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-211215T2200Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
529 AM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Del Norte Interior, Northern Humboldt Interior, 
  Southwestern Humboldt and Southern Humboldt Interior Counties.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ103-107>109-111-152130-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1500Z-211215T2200Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-
Mendocino Coast-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
529 AM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mendocino Coast, Southern Trinity, Northern Humboldt 
  Coast, Northeastern Mendocino Interior and Northern Trinity 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ110-112>115-152130-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.211215T1800Z-211215T2200Z/
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Southwestern Mendocino Interior-
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
529 AM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 2 PM
PST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeastern Mendocino Interior, Southwestern 
  Mendocino Interior, Northern Lake, Southern Lake and 
  Northwestern Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 2 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
505 
WWUS76 KEKA 152127
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
127 PM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

CAZ101-152300-
/O.EXT.KEKA.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211215T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
127 PM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts to around 50 mph.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ102>115-152300-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-211215T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Northern Humboldt Coast-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-Mendocino Coast-
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
Southwestern Mendocino Interior-Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
127 PM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of Northwest California.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
318 
WWUS76 KEKA 152231
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
231 PM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

CAZ101-152345-
/O.EXP.KEKA.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211215T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
231 PM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

$$

CAZ102>115-152345-
/O.EXP.KEKA.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-211215T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Northern Humboldt Coast-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-Mendocino Coast-
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
Southwestern Mendocino Interior-Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
Northern Lake-Southern Lake-
231 PM PST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Eureka, CA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 13, 6:05 PM PSTHigh Wind WatchEKADel Norte18 hr
Dec 13, 6:05 PM PSTWind AdvisoryEKADel Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, Trinity45 hr
Dec 14, 2:42 AM PSTSmall Craft AdvisoryEKA25 hr
Dec 14, 2:42 AM PSTHazardous Seas WarningEKA6 hr
Dec 14, 2:21 PM PSTWinter Storm WarningEKADel Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, Trinity32 hr
Dec 14, 2:21 PM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryEKADel Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino26 hr

Nearby

High Wind Warnings in California, 2021Every high wind warning in 2021

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.