High Wind — Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Area, California

2012-03-02 · Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Area, California

Event narrative

Strong northwest to north winds developed across the Santa Monica Mountains in Los Angeles county. The RAWS sensor as Laguna Peak reported a wind gust of 67 MPH.

Wider weather episode

Strong winds developed across the mountains and deserts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Across the Antelope Valley, a strong westerly flow producing sustained winds in excess of 40 MPH. Across the mountains of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, gusty northwest to north winds developed with gusts as high as 73 MPH.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 368326. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.