January 22, 2023 - National Weather Service Hanford Office reports a High Wind Warning is in effect for higher elevations of the Sierra Nevada from 1:00 P.M. this afternoon until 4:00 P.M. Monday afternoon.
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous, high wind event is likely.
Damaging wind gusts could blow down common objects and power lines. Power outages are possible.
Secure outdoor items, such as patio furniture, sports equipment, and trash cans prior to the onset of high winds.
Even the smallest objects can become dangerous projectiles when picked up and carried by high winds.
High Wind Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Hanford CA 433 AM PST Sun Jan 22 2023 Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River- Kings Canyon NP-Sequoia NP-South End of the Upper Sierra- Including the cities of Tuolumne Meadows, Wawona, Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, Cedar Grove, Giant Forest, Lodgepole, and Johnsondale 433 AM PST Sun Jan 22 2023 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 PM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Yosemite NP outside of the valley, Upper San Joaquin River, Kings Canyon NP, Sequoia NP and South End of the Upper Sierra. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. Secure loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.
Source: NWS
