Kern County, CA

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In effect from Tuesday 04/21 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday 04/22 7:00 AM PDT

Issued by NWS Hanford CA

What

Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

Where

Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert.

When

From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.

Impacts

Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

What to do

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.


Areas impacted

  • Indian Wells Valley
  • Mojave Desert

In effect from Tuesday 04/21 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday 04/22 8:00 PM PDT

Issued by NWS Hanford CA

What

West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

Where

Mojave Desert Slopes.

When

From 2 PM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Wednesday.

Impacts

Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

What to do

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.


Areas impacted

  • Mojave Desert Slopes

From the forecaster

Changing Weather Pattern Starting Tonight

Created by the NWS Hanford WFO

(Update @ 8:45 AM): Dry and warm conditions will transition to unsettled conditions tonight. Periods of heavy rain and lightning are expected alongside Sierra Nevada snow through Wednesday. A Winter Storm Warning for the Sierra Nevada mountains is in effect through 5PM Wednesday.

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