Wind Advisory
Fresno, Kern, Kings and Merced counties, CA · until Sat 7:00 AM PST
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
West Side Mountains north of 198; Coalinga - Avenal; West Side Mountains South of 198; Buena Vista; Frazier Mountain Communities
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* WHERE...Buena Vista, Coalinga - Avenal, Frazier Mountain Communities, West Side Mountains South of 198, and West Side Mountains north of 198.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highways impacted include US Interstate 5 and State Routes 41, 46, 58, 152, 166, and 198.
Indian Wells Valley; Mojave Desert Slopes; Mojave Desert
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
* WHERE...Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert, and Mojave Desert Slopes.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highways impacted include US Highway 395 and State Routes 14, 58, and 178.
What to do during a Wind Advisory
- 1Secure loose itemsTrash cans, furniture and decorations can blow away.
- 2Drive with both hands on the wheelEspecially in high-profile vehicles.
High Wind Watch vs. Warning
Wind Advisory questions
How is it different from a High Wind Warning?
An advisory is for gusty wind that is a nuisance; a warning is for wind strong enough to cause damage.