High Wind — Antelope Valley, California

2008-02-24 · Antelope Valley, California

Event narrative

An automated sensor at Valyermo reported south to southwest winds gusting to 73 mph.

Wider weather episode

A powerful cold front moved across Central and Southern California in late February. Although the front did not produce significant rainfall, it did bring strong and gusty southeasterly winds to the area. Wind gusts as high as 75 to 86 mph were reported in some areas. The strongest and most widespread winds occurred across the Central Coast as well as the mountains. Numerous trees and power lines were knocked down.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 77902. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.