Strong Wind — Coachella Valley, California

2023-01-23 · Coachella Valley, California

Event narrative

Trained spotter reported downed trees and branches and blowing dust, with wind gusts to 50 mph.

Wider weather episode

Locally gusty Santa Ana winds impacted Southern California from late on January 22 through January 23. The strongest winds occurred across the San Bernardino County Mountains through the Santa Ana Mountains and foothills, where several reports of downed trees and powerlines were received.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1069497. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.