High Wind — Santa Clarita Valley, California

2011-01-20 · Santa Clarita Valley, California

Event narrative

Strong north to northeast winds were reported across the Santa Clarita Valley. The RAWS sensor at Newhall Pass reported wind gusts to 61 MPH.

Wider weather episode

Strong surface high pressure in the Great Basin helped to generate a moderate Santa Ana wind event across Southern California. Strong northeast winds were reported across the mountains and valleys of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 278229. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.