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Santa Ana Winds Pose Fire Threat This Week

Staff Report / Sanlocal.org

**Gusty Santa Ana Winds Expected Through Early Week in Southern California**

Residents in Southern California are bracing for gusty Santa Ana winds as strong winds return early this week. The National Weather Service (NWS) San Diego issued a warning for peak wind gusts from Monday through Wednesday. The forecast, released on January 12, 2025, lists wind speeds in various locations and emphasizes the importance of preparedness.

**Peak Wind Speeds and Locations:**

- **Wrightwood:** 28 mph

- **Ontario:** 37 mph

- **Riverside:** 43 mph

- **Beaumont:** 43 mph

- **Palm Springs:** 29 mph

- **San Bernardino:** 33 mph

- **Yucca Valley:** 32 mph

- **Joshua Tree National Park:** Noted as an area of concern.

The strongest reported gusts reach up to 55 miles per hour, with additional wind data and locations represented in the NWS map.

**Red Flag Warning Issued**

The San Diego area remains under a Red Flag Warning through Wednesday, signaling heightened fire danger due to the dry and windy conditions. Officials are urging residents to take precautions against potential wildfires.

**Safety and Preparation Tips**

To help ensure safety, the City of San Diego encourages residents to stay informed and be ready for emergencies. Tips and preparation guidelines are available on the City of San Diego’s website. For more details, you can visit [insidesandiego.org’s wildfire preparedness page](insidesandiego.org/city-san-diego-encourages-everyone-be-prepared-wildfires).

Stay tuned to local alerts through the National Weather Service or trusted news outlets as conditions can evolve.

Source: San Diego Central Library

Source Type: Library

Source Location: San Diego

Jan 13, 2025 at 12:05 PM

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