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City of Palm Desert
Saturday March 2nd, 2024 :: 12:56 p.m. PST

Alert

High Wind Warning until 10:00PM Sunday

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts to 85 mph. Isolated gusts to 90 mph.

* WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains, Apple and Lucerne Valleys and San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning. Strongest winds on the desert slopes of the mountains.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and other objects. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will peak this afternoon through early Sunday morning. Winds will weaken slightly on Sunday but will remain gusty through the day.

* AFFECTED AREAS: APPLE AND LUCERNE VALLEYS ... SAN GORGONIO PASS NEAR BANNING

Instructions:

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

Address/Location
City of Palm Desert
73510 Fred Waring Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92260

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 760-346-0611

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
High Wind Warning

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