Strong Wind — Western Mojave Desert, California

2024-05-25 · Western Mojave Desert, California

Event narrative

Strong winds knocked down a power pole 9 miles N of Yermo, which caused damage to two other poles.

Wider weather episode

Low pressure passing by to the north brought increased westerly winds to the Mojave Desert. These winds were locally enhanced by terrain.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1177095. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.