FONTANA, CA. (Pain In The Pass) >> A High Wind Warning for Wednesday morning November 6, 2024, through Thursday afternoon. A cool Santa Ana Winds Event for the Inland Empire Valleys locations, mountains and the Cajon Pass.
Wind intensity level map below (8 is the strongest gust 80+ mph to a 1 is weak at 10 mph.)
Southern California Weather Force Weather Service has issued a Strong Santa Ana Wind Event for the San Bernardino County mountains includes North Fontana, North San Bernardino, Devore, and the Cajon Pass. With winds blowing around 50-60 mph with max wind gust at or around 70 mph.
Red Flag Warning is expected due to the strong gusty winds and low humidity.
Watch for objects that could potentially blow into the roadway. Tree limbs may break and other debris may come loose during strong gusty winds.
If you see smoke or fire call 911 asap before posting to social media like Facebook. Also, if you see something like a suspicious person or a vehicle parked on or by brush, say something by calling 911.
Residents and drivers should remain vigilant for downed trees and power lines. Power maybe turned off through the day due to the gusty winds. If you come across an intersection with traffic signals without power, approach it as a four-way stop.
The shutoff of power is designed to reduce the risk of fires caused by electrical equipment when strong winds are forecast. Several large fires in California have been linked to electrical equipment. SCE customers can sign up for alerts to let them know if the power will be shut off.
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Power Safety Shutoffs Being Considered for north San Bernardino and Devore as of Tuesday night.
Those in the wind areas should secure loose items including trash cans, BBQ, and patio furniture so they don’t blow away, get damaged, or cause damage to themselves.
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