High Wind Warning Issued for Antelope Valley and Central Coast Mountains

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard CA has issued a High Wind Warning (HWW) for several regions in Southern and Central California. The alert is effective starting at 4:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following geographic regions:

• Antelope Valley
• Cuyama Valley
• San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys
• San Luis Obispo County Mountains
• Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains

What You Should Do

Residents within the warning area are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and avoid proximity to windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs that may be displaced by the wind. If you must drive, use extreme caution, as travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect southwest winds ranging from 25 to 40 mph. Wind gusts are projected to reach up to 65 mph, with the strongest conditions anticipated in the mountains and the Antelope Valley. These damaging winds have the potential to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are possible throughout the affected zones.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is scheduled to begin at 4:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19, and will remain in effect until 9:00 PM PST that evening.