High Wind Warning Issued for San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor
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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 San Gabriel Mountains, with gusts up to 65 mph expected to cause power outages and difficult travel conditions.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Southern California
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard
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Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southern California.
High Wind Warning in Effect for San Gabriel Mountains
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard CA has issued a High Wind Warning (NWS code: HWW) for the San Gabriel Mountains and surrounding corridors. The alert was issued early Wednesday morning and remains in effect through Thursday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:
- Western San Gabriel Mountains
- Highway 14 Corridor
- Eastern San Gabriel Mountains
Expected Conditions
Forecasters expect northwest winds between 25 and 40 mph. Peak wind gusts are projected to reach up to 65 mph. These damaging winds have the potential to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Timeline
- Onset: 9:00 PM PST, Wednesday, March 4, 2026
- Duration: The warning remains in effect until 9:00 AM PST, Thursday, March 5, 2026
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. If you must drive, use extreme caution and be prepared for sudden crosswinds, particularly on mountain passes and the Highway 14 corridor.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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