High Wind Warning Issued for Malibu Coast and Santa Monica Mountains Through Thursday Morning
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Malibu Coast and Santa Monica Mountains, with gusts up to 60 mph expected Thursday morning.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Malibu and Santa Monica Mountains
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Malibu and Santa Monica Mountains.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard CA has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of Southern California. This alert indicates that a period of damaging wind conditions is likely, posing a threat to property and travel safety.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- Malibu Coast
- Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area
- Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area
Expected Conditions
Residents in the warning area should prepare for significant wind activity:
- Wind Speeds: North winds ranging from 25 to 40 mph.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts are expected to reach up to 60 mph.
- Potential Impacts: These damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines, leading to widespread power outages. Travel is expected to be difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to be in effect during the following window:
- Start Time: 2:00 AM PST, Thursday, March 5, 2026
- End Time: 9:00 AM PST, Thursday, March 5, 2026
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service recommends the following safety precautions:
- Seek Shelter: Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm.
- Avoid Hazards: Stay away from windows and watch for falling debris or tree limbs.
- Travel Safety: Use extreme caution if you must drive during the warning period.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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