High Wind — Antelope Valley, California

2012-03-06 to 2012-03-07 · Antelope Valley, California

Event narrative

Strong west to northwest winds were reported across the Antelope Valley. The RAWS sensor at Lake Palmdale reported a wind gust of 62 MPH while the ASOS sensors at Lancaster and Palmdale reported sustained winds between 40 and 43 MPH.

Wider weather episode

Another round of gusty northwest to north winds affected the mountains and deserts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Numerous reports of sustained winds in excess of 40 MPH and gusts in excess of 60 MPH were received.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 368331. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.