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Wind Advisory 45, NWS Los Angeles, CA

April 10, 2021Los Angeles County, California

NWS Los Angeles, CA issued this wind advisory at Apr 10, 2021, 2:20 AM PDT for Los Angeles County, California. It was in force for 25 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Apr 10, 2021, 2:20 AM PDT (09:20 UTC)
Expired
Apr 11, 2021, 3:00 AM PDT
In force
25 hr
Issued by
NWS Los Angeles, CA

County Los Angeles County, CA

The radar

The Santa Ana Mts radar (KSOX), 71 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:23 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

San Diego, CA (KNKX), launched 00:00Z, 9.3 hours before the alert went out and 184 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, San Diego, CA at 00:00Z on 2021-04-10Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 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, San Diego, CA at 00:00Z on 2021-04-10The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -26 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
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2075 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
45 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-26 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
-67 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

615 
WWUS76 KLOX 100920
NPWLOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
220 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

CAZ039-052-101600-
/O.CON.KLOX.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-210410T1600Z/
Santa Barbara County South Coast-Santa Barbara County Mountains-
Including the cities of Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, 
San Marcos Pass, San Rafael Wilderness Area, 
and Dick Smith Wilderness Area
220 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Areas of northwest to northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph. Strongest across the hills above Montecito 
  and areas west of Refugio.

* WHERE...Santa Barbara County South Coast and Santa Barbara 
  County Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down large objects such as
  trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. This
  includes Highways 101, 154 and 192...as well as the Gaviota and
  San Marcos Passes.

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.

&&

$$

CAZ054-101730-
/O.NEW.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.210410T0920Z-210411T1000Z/
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
220 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest to north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 
  mph. Mainly across the Interstate 5 Corridor. 

* WHERE...Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  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.

&&

$$

CK
5 follow-up statements
306 
WWUS76 KLOX 101006
NPWLOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
306 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

CAZ039-052-101600-
/O.CON.KLOX.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-210410T1600Z/
Santa Barbara County South Coast-Santa Barbara County Mountains-
Including the cities of Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, 
San Marcos Pass, San Rafael Wilderness Area, 
and Dick Smith Wilderness Area
306 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Areas of northwest to northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph. Strongest across the hills above Montecito 
  and areas west of Refugio.

* WHERE...Santa Barbara County South Coast and Santa Barbara 
  County Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down large objects such as 
  trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. This 
  includes Highways 101, 154 and 192...as well as the Gaviota 
  and San Marcos Passes.

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.

&&

$$

CAZ054-101600-
/O.CON.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
306 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest to north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 
  mph. Mainly across the Interstate 5 Corridor.

* WHERE...Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and 
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 
  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.

&&

$$

CK/DB
135 
WWUS76 KLOX 101612
NPWLOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
912 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

CAZ039-052-110015-
/O.EXP.KLOX.HW.W.0015.000000T0000Z-210410T1600Z/
/O.EXA.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Santa Barbara County South Coast-Santa Barbara County Mountains-
Including the cities of Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, 
San Marcos Pass, San Rafael Wilderness Area, 
and Dick Smith Wilderness Area
912 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Santa Barbara County South Coast and Santa Barbara 
  County Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result. Travel will be affected on Highway 101 along the Santa
  Barbara County south coast and through Gaviota Pass, on Highway
  154 through San Marcos Pass, and on Highway 192.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ054-110015-
/O.CON.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
912 AM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest to north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph. Mainly across the Interstate 5 Corridor.

* WHERE...Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and 
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Travel will be affected on Interstate 5 and Highway 14.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Sirard
126 
WWUS76 KLOX 102117
NPWLOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
217 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

CAZ054-110530-
/O.CON.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
217 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest to north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph. Mainly across the Interstate 5 Corridor.

* WHERE...Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and 
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Travel will be affected on Interstate 5 and Highway 14.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ039-052-110530-
/O.CON.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Santa Barbara County South Coast-Santa Barbara County Mountains-
Including the cities of Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, 
San Marcos Pass, San Rafael Wilderness Area, 
and Dick Smith Wilderness Area
217 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Local
  gusts to 50 mph will be possible.

* WHERE...Below and through passes and canyons of the Santa 
  Barbara County South Coast and Santa Barbara County Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and 
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Travel will be affected on Highway 101 along the Santa 
  Barbara County south coast and through Gaviota Pass, on 
  Highway 154 through San Marcos Pass, and on Highway 192.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Sirard
094 
WWUS76 KLOX 110421
NPWLOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
921 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

CAZ088-111000-
/O.EXA.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Santa Clarita Valley-
Including the cities of Santa Clarita, Newhall, and Valencia
921 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Santa Clarita Valley.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and 
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Travel will be affected on Interstate 5 and Highway 14.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ054-111000-
/O.CON.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
921 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest to north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph. Mainly across the Interstate 5 Corridor.

* WHERE...Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and 
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Travel will be affected on Interstate 5 and Highway 14.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ039-052-111000-
/O.CON.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Santa Barbara County South Coast-Santa Barbara County Mountains-
Including the cities of Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, 
San Marcos Pass, San Rafael Wilderness Area, 
and Dick Smith Wilderness Area
921 PM PDT Sat Apr 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest to north winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45
  mph below and through passes and canyons. Local gusts to 55 mph
  in the foothills above Montecito and Gaviota.

* WHERE...Below and through passes and canyons of the Santa 
  Barbara County South Coast and Santa Barbara County Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
  make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result. Travel will be affected on Highway 101 along the Santa
  Barbara County south coast and through Gaviota Pass, on Highway
  154 through San Marcos Pass, and on Highway 192.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Gomberg
566 
WWUS76 KLOX 111009
NPWLOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
309 AM PDT Sun Apr 11 2021

CAZ039-052-054-088-111115-
/O.EXP.KLOX.WI.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-210411T1000Z/
Santa Barbara County South Coast-Santa Barbara County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Santa Clarita Valley-
Including the cities of Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, 
San Marcos Pass, San Rafael Wilderness Area, 
Dick Smith Wilderness Area, Acton, Mount Wilson, Sandberg, 
Santa Clarita, Newhall, and Valencia
309 AM PDT Sun Apr 11 2021

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Wind Advisories have been allowed to expire across the Santa 
Barbara and Los Angeles County Mountains, the Santa Barbara South
Coast and the Santa Clarita Valley. There will be local gusts
between 25 and 40 mph through this morning. 

$$

CK

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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.