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By Theo Burman
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High wind warnings have been issued along large stretches of the Californian coast, affecting some of the state's largest cities.
The National Weather Service (NWS) released alerts against travel in over 42 areas across the Golden State, with thirteen of California's city areas listed where residents should take care in winds predicted to reach speeds of 70 mph.
Los Angeles was the largest city caught in the warning, with large parts of Hollywood and coastal-facing areas receiving alerts from the NWS. To the west, Malibu, Oxnard, and Ventura residents were also advised against excessive travel.
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Even areas further away from the coast have been affected by the wind, with Fillmore, Santa Paula, and Santa Clarita facing Northeast winds of speeds ranging from 30 to 40 mph.
City areas with NWS wind warnings are:
- Oxnard
- Los Angeles
- Malibu
- Ventura
- Camarillo
- Santa Paula
- Fillmore
- Westlake Village
- Santa Clarita
- Simi Valley
- Thousand Oaks
- Port Hueneme
- Newbury Park
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The NWS said that residents in these areas should be cautious of falling debris from unstable structures. One statement reads: "Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
"Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive."
California has witnessed an increase in extreme weather this year, and several atmospheric rivers have drastically impacted the coast.
In November, a bomb cyclone arrived from the Pacific, affecting California, as well as Oregon and Washington, following predictions of extreme weather. The cyclone killed at least two people and prompted flood warnings along the coast. A bomb cyclone occurs when a storm's pressure drops quickly, which intensifies the storm and ramps up wind gusts.
The NWS has also repeatedly issued frost warnings for parts of California, particularly San Francisco, which had freezing temperatures due to cold air being pushed southward from the Arctic. The warnings are expected to reappear throughout December until January, when the NWS expects an extremely wet month in California.
Other meteorologists have said that January 2025 will be the wettest month of the year for the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego.
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