RED FLAG WARNING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING ACROSS THE INTERIOR MOUNTAINS OF LOS ANGELES, VENTURA, SANTA BARBARA COUNTIES, AS WELL AS SOUTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY FOR HOT, DRY, AND GUSTY CONDITIONS
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Gusty northwest to north winds, hot temperatures, and low relative humidity will produce the potential for critical fire- weather conditions through early Thursday.
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WINDS: Northwest to north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 30 to 50 mph, strongest in Sundowner wind prone areas of southern Santa Barbara County.
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RELATIVE HUMIDITY: 10 to 25 percent.
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IMPACTS: If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for extreme fire behavior, rapid fire growth, and long range spotting, which could threaten life and property. The hot air mass will also contribute to the potential for significant vertical plume growth.
...RED FLAG WARNING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING ACROSS THE INTERIOR MOUNTAINS OF LOS ANGELES, VENTURA, SANTA BARBARA COUNTIES, AS WELL AS SOUTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY FOR HOT, DRY, AND GUSTY CONDITIONS... .Gusty northwest to north winds, hot temperatures, and low relative humidity will produce the potential for critical fire- weather conditions through early Thursday. * WINDS...Northwest to north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 30 to 50 mph, strongest in Sundowner wind prone areas of southern Santa Barbara County. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...10 to 25 percent. * IMPACTS...If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for extreme fire behavior, rapid fire growth, and long range spotting, which could threaten life and property. The hot air mass will also contribute to the potential for significant vertical plume growth.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. Use extreme caution with anything that can spark a wildfire. Residents near wildland interfaces should be prepared to evacuate if a wildfire breaks out. See readyforwildfire.org and wildfirerisk.org for information.
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WHAT: For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, strongest in the foothills and mountains.
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WHERE: Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range.
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WHEN: For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, until 4 AM PDT Thursday.
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IMPACTS: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, strongest in the foothills and mountains. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, until 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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WHAT: For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, strongest in the foothills and mountains.
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WHERE: Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range.
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WHEN: For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, until 4 AM PDT Thursday.
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IMPACTS: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, strongest in the foothills and mountains. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, until 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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WHAT: Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding possible.
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WHERE: San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches.
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WHEN: Until 3 AM PDT Thursday.
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IMPACTS: There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore.
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Southerly swell combined with abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.6 feet will bring the potential for minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas each evening.
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding possible. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southerly swell combined with abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.6 feet will bring the potential for minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas each evening.
Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
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