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High Wind Warning 1, NWS Eureka, CA

January 1, 2022Del Norte County, California

NWS Eureka, CA issued this high wind warning at Jan 1, 2022, 9:50 PM PST for Del Norte County, California. It took effect at Jan 2, 2022, 10:00 PM PST. It was in force for 13 hr. 1 report came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Jan 1, 2022, 9:50 PM PST (05:50 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 2, 2022, 10:00 PM PST
Expired
Jan 3, 2022, 11:06 AM PST
In force
13 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 05:52 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Jan 3, 4:05 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND GST 693 Nw Crescent City, CASUSTAINED WIND 35 MPH.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Medford/Jackson, OR (KMFR), launched 00:00Z, 5.8 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 00:00Z on 2022-01-02Temperature 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, Medford/Jackson, OR at 00:00Z on 2022-01-02The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 8 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 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
1083 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
25 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
8 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
46 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

520 
WWUS76 KEKA 020550
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
950 PM PST Sat Jan 1 2022

CAZ101-021400-
/O.UPG.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220102T2300Z-220103T2300Z/
/O.NEW.KEKA.HW.W.0001.220102T2300Z-220103T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
950 PM PST Sat Jan 1 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO 3 PM PST
MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Sunday to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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>106-021400-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220102T2300Z-220103T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
950 PM PST Sat Jan 1 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO 3 PM PST
MONDAY ABOVE 1500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected above 1500 feet.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM Sunday to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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
863 
WWUS76 KEKA 021100
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
300 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

CAZ101-022000-
/O.EXT.KEKA.HW.W.0001.220103T0600Z-220103T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
300 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
3 PM PST MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ103-022000-
/O.EXB.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T0600Z-220103T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-
300 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM PST
MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ108-110-111-114-022000-
/O.EXB.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T1200Z-220104T0000Z/
Southern Trinity-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-
Northeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-
300 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM PST MONDAY ABOVE
2500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected above 2500 feet.

* WHERE...Southern Trinity, Northwestern Mendocino Interior, 
  Northeastern Mendocino Interior and Northern Lake Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM PST Monday.

* 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>106-022000-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220102T2300Z-220103T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
300 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
3 PM PST MONDAY ABOVE 1500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected above 1500 feet.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$
418 
WWUS76 KEKA 021950
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1150 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

CAZ101-030400-
/O.CON.KEKA.HW.W.0001.220103T0600Z-220103T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
1150 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
3 PM PST MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ103-030400-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T0600Z-220103T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-
1150 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
3 PM PST MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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>106-030400-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220102T2300Z-220103T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
1150 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
3 PM PST MONDAY ABOVE 1500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected above 1500 feet.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ108-110-111-114-030400-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T1200Z-220104T0000Z/
Southern Trinity-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-
Northeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-
1150 AM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM PST MONDAY
FOR RIDGETOPS ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected
  across ridgetops above 2500 feet.

* WHERE...Exposed mountain ridgetops in Southern Trinity, 
  Northeastern Mendocino Interior, Northern Lake and Northwestern 
  Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$
960 
WWUS76 KEKA 030345
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
745 PM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

CAZ101-031145-
/O.CON.KEKA.HW.W.0001.220103T0600Z-220103T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
745 PM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte County.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ103-031145-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T0600Z-220103T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-
745 PM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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>106-031145-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220103T2300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
745 PM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST MONDAY ABOVE
1500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph above 
  1500 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ108-110-111-114-031145-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T1200Z-220104T0000Z/
Southern Trinity-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-
Northeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-
745 PM PST Sun Jan 2 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM PST MONDAY
ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected above 2500 feet.

* WHERE...Southern Trinity, Northeastern Mendocino Interior, 
  Northern Lake and Northwestern Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM PST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$
372 
WWUS76 KEKA 031115
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
315 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

CAZ101-031915-
/O.CON.KEKA.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220103T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
315 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

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

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

&&

$$

CAZ102-104>106-031915-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220104T0300Z/
Del Norte Interior-Southwestern Humboldt-
Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-
315 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE
1500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph above 
  1500 feet.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ108-110-111-114-031915-
/O.EXT.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.220103T1200Z-220104T0300Z/
Southern Trinity-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-
Northeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-
315 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE
2500 FEET...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected above 2500 feet.

* WHERE...Southern Trinity, Northeastern Mendocino Interior, 
  Northern Lake and Northwestern Mendocino Interior Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ103-031915-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220103T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-
315 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

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

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

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County.

* 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.

&&

$$
754 
WWUS76 KEKA 031906
NPWEKA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1106 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

CAZ101-032015-
/O.CAN.KEKA.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220103T2300Z/
Coastal Del Norte-
1106 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

CAZ102-032015-
/O.CAN.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220104T0300Z/
Del Norte Interior-
1106 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

$$

CAZ103-032300-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220103T2300Z/
Northern Humboldt Coast-
1106 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

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

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

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ104>106-040300-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220104T0300Z/
Southwestern Humboldt-Northern Humboldt Interior-
Southern Humboldt Interior-
1106 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING
ABOVE 1500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with a few gusts up to 60
  mph above 1500 feet, strongest over ridges.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ108-110-111-114-040300-
/O.CON.KEKA.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220104T0300Z/
Southern Trinity-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-
Northeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-
1106 AM PST Mon Jan 3 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING
ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  above 2500 feet, strongest over ridges.

* WHERE...Southern Trinity, Northwestern Mendocino Interior, 
  Northeastern Mendocino Interior and Northern Lake Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 2, 3:29 AM PSTCoastal Flood WatchEKADel Norte, Humboldt23 hr

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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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.