High winds forecast in Orange County on November 6 & 7

Strong Santa Ana winds are forecasted in Orange County on Wednesday evening and Thursday afternoon, Nov. 6 and 7, 2024. The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch Alert that is in effect from Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon for inland Orange County that will bring 25 to 35 mph winds from the Northeast, with occasional strong wind gusts of over 60 mph. Click here to see the National Weather Service forecast.

Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Please be cautious of downed trees, debris and power lines, low visibility caused by dust, and risks to high-profile vehicles. For downed power lines, call 911.
To report downed trees and debris:

• Use the mySantaAna app
• Call Public Works Dispatch at 714-647-3380 or email [email protected]
• Report online to santa-ana.org/#/city/report