Severe Center
SW California Warnings, Watches, And Advisories Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 PM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Pocatello ID
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT
What:
Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
expected.
Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
expected.
Where:
Arco/Mud Lake Desert.
Arco/Mud Lake Desert.
When:
From noon Wednesday to midnight MDT Wednesday Night.
From noon Wednesday to midnight MDT Wednesday Night.
Impacts:
Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around.
Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Areas Impacted:
Arco/Mud Lake Desert
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Las Vegas NV
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM PDT /2 PM MST/ THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT /11 PM MST/ THIS EVENING
What:
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
expected.
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
expected.
Where:
Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and
southern Nevada.
Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and
southern Nevada.
When:
From 2 PM PDT /2 PM MST/ this afternoon to 11 PM PDT /11 PM
MST/ this evening.
From 2 PM PDT /2 PM MST/ this afternoon to 11 PM PDT /11 PM
MST/ this evening.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Northwest Plateau
Lake Mead - AZ side
Lake Mohave - AZ side
Hualapai Mountains
Northwest Deserts
Western Mojave Desert
Morongo Basin
Northeast Clark County
Western Clark and Southern Nye County
Sheep Range
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon
Las Vegas Valley
Southern Clark County
Lake Mead - NV side
Lake Mohave - NV side
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 10:00 AM PDT – Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Las Vegas NV
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING
What:
South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Where:
White and Inyo Mountains, Eastern Sierra Slopes, Owens
Valley South, Owens Valley North, and Lincoln County.
White and Inyo Mountains, Eastern Sierra Slopes, Owens
Valley South, Owens Valley North, and Lincoln County.
When:
From 10 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
From 10 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Eastern Sierra Slopes of Inyo County
White Mountains of Inyo County
Owens Valley South
Owens Valley North
Lincoln County
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 3:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT
What:
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
Where:
Western portion of Joshua Tree National Park.
Western portion of Joshua Tree National Park.
When:
From 3 PM this afternoon to midnight PDT tonight.
From 3 PM this afternoon to midnight PDT tonight.
Impacts:
Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
Instructions:
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
Areas Impacted:
Joshua Tree NP West
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 3:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
Where:
Southwest corner of Imperial County.
Southwest corner of Imperial County.
When:
From 3 PM this afternoon to 8 AM PDT Wednesday.
From 3 PM this afternoon to 8 AM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger
vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured
objects may become airborne.
Instructions:
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of between 30 and
40 mph are expected, or wind gusts of between 40 and 58 mph. Winds
this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles.
Areas Impacted:
Imperial County Southwest
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 AM PDT – Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Reno NV
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING
What:
For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph, mainly east of Fallon, including US-50. Wave
heights on Pyramid Lake of 1 to 3 feet.
For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph, mainly east of Fallon, including US-50. Wave
heights on Pyramid Lake of 1 to 3 feet.
Where:
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.
When:
From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Blowing
dust downwind of desert sinks may reduce visibilities. Tree limbs
could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Small
boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and
should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Blowing
dust downwind of desert sinks may reduce visibilities. Tree limbs
could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Small
boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and
should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Instructions:
Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase
which could blow these items away. The best thing to do is prepare
ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand,
flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a
power outage.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase
which could blow these items away. The best thing to do is prepare
ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand,
flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a
power outage.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Areas Impacted:
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 AM PDT – Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Reno NV
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING
What:
For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts up to 55 mph. Wind prone locations along US-95 near Walker
Lake may gust up to 65 mph.
For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
gusts up to 55 mph. Wind prone locations along US-95 near Walker
Lake may gust up to 65 mph.
Where:
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.
When:
From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Blowing
dust downwind of desert sinks may reduce visibilities. Tree limbs
could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Small
boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and
should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Blowing
dust downwind of desert sinks may reduce visibilities. Tree limbs
could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Small
boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and
should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Instructions:
Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase
which could blow these items away. The best thing to do is prepare
ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand,
flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a
power outage.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase
which could blow these items away. The best thing to do is prepare
ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand,
flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a
power outage.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Areas Impacted:
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 7:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS San Diego CA
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 7 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 65 mph
expected.
Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 65 mph
expected.
Where:
San Bernardino County Mountains.
San Bernardino County Mountains.
When:
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
San Bernardino County Mountains
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 7:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS San Diego CA
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 7 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected.
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected.
Where:
San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
When:
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 7:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS San Diego CA
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 7 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph expected.
West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph expected.
Where:
Apple and Lucerne Valleys and San Diego County Deserts.
Apple and Lucerne Valleys and San Diego County Deserts.
When:
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Apple and Lucerne Valleys
San Diego County Deserts
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 7:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS San Diego CA
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 7 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected.
West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected.
Where:
Riverside County Mountains and San Diego County Mountains.
Riverside County Mountains and San Diego County Mountains.
When:
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Riverside County Mountains
San Diego County Mountains
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Grand Junction CO
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY
What:
Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
Where:
Portions of northwest, southwest, and west central
Colorado and east central, northeast, and southeast Utah.
Portions of northwest, southwest, and west central
Colorado and east central, northeast, and southeast Utah.
When:
From 9 AM to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.
From 9 AM to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Lower Yampa River Basin
Central Yampa River Basin
Grand Valley
Debeque to Silt Corridor
Central Colorado River Basin
Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin
Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River
Four Corners/Upper Dolores River
Animas River Basin
Southeast Utah
Eastern Uinta Basin
Arches/Grand Flat
Canyonlands/Natural Bridges
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 AM MDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Salt Lake City UT
WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TUESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MDT TUESDAY NIGHT
What:
South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Where:
Western Millard and Juab Counties, Great Salt Lake Desert
and Mountains, Lower Washington County, and Southwest Utah.
Western Millard and Juab Counties, Great Salt Lake Desert
and Mountains, Lower Washington County, and Southwest Utah.
When:
From 11 AM Tuesday to midnight MDT Tuesday Night.
From 11 AM Tuesday to midnight MDT Tuesday Night.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains
Western Millard and Juab Counties
Southwest Utah
Lower Washington County
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 7:00 AM PDT
Issued by NWS Hanford CA
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 7 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
expected.
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
expected.
Where:
Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert.
Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert.
When:
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
From 2 PM Tuesday to 7 AM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Indian Wells Valley
Mojave Desert
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 2:00 PM PDT – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 8:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Hanford CA
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 8 PM PDT WEDNESDAY
What:
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
Where:
Mojave Desert Slopes.
Mojave Desert Slopes.
When:
From 2 PM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Wednesday.
From 2 PM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Wednesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Mojave Desert Slopes
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 10:00 AM PDT – Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 10:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM PDT TUESDAY
What:
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
Where:
Interior mountains and desert of Los Angeles County.
Interior mountains and desert of Los Angeles County.
When:
From 10 AM to 10 PM PDT Tuesday.
From 10 AM to 10 PM PDT Tuesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Interstate 5 Corridor
Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor
Eastern San Gabriel Mountains
Western Antelope Valley Foothills
Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills
Antelope Valley
Wind Advisory
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 10:00 AM PDT – Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 11:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS Elko NV
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 11 PM PDT TUESDAY
What:
South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Where:
Northern Lander and Northern Eureka, Northern Elko, Ruby
Mountains and East Humboldt Range in Elko, South Central Elko,
Southeastern Elko, and Southwest Elko Counties.
Northern Lander and Northern Eureka, Northern Elko, Ruby
Mountains and East Humboldt Range in Elko, South Central Elko,
Southeastern Elko, and Southwest Elko Counties.
When:
From 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday.
From 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday.
Impacts:
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Blowing dust may reduce the visibility to one mile or less in
spots.
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Blowing dust may reduce the visibility to one mile or less in
spots.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Areas Impacted:
Northern Elko County
Southeastern Elko County
Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range
Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County
Southwest Elko County
South Central Elko County