Overview
- The advisory was issued at 2:28 a.m. and remained in effect until 7 a.m. for the 5 Freeway corridor and nearby mountains.
- Forecasters expected sustained southeast winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
- The NWS warned of unsecured objects being blown around, downed tree limbs, and a few power outages.
- Drivers, especially those operating high-profile vehicles, were urged to use extra caution due to difficult travel conditions.
- Coverage explained NWS wind alert categories and outlined practical steps such as securing outdoor items, charging essential devices, and avoiding downed power lines.