High Wind in Ventura County Interior Valleys, California

Strong north to northeast flow developed across Southern California. Average wind speeds of 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 72 mph were reported. On Interstate 10, near Covina, the wind blew down a 60 foot tree onto the freeway. One minor accident occurred when a van ran into the tree. In Santa Clarita, the wind blew down a eucalyptus tree onto a car parked at the International House of Pancakes. Numerous power outages were reported across the Southland. On Santa Catalina Island, the strong northeast winds produced very rough seas in Avalon Harbour. Fifteen boats were destroyed.