City of Long Beach
Public Information Office
411 W. Ocean Blvd,
Long Beach, CA 90802
www.longbeach.gov
Long Beach, CA – The National Weather Service has issued a high-wind warning for the greater Los Angeles area beginning this afternoon, Tuesday, Jan. 7, through Wednesday evening, Jan. 8, with gusty winds continuing through the week. A high wind warning is issued when sustained winds of 40 mph or greater or gusts to 58 mph or greater are expected. This warning advises of a life-threatening, destructive, widespread windstorm for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties that can produce power outages and dangerous fire weather conditions in high-risk areas.
While Long Beach is not expected to experience the most severe weather conditions, high winds are still anticipated locally, with 25 to 30 mph winds and gusts up to 40 mph expected tonight. Residents are urged to take precaution by following the below safety tips for before, during and after the windstorm:
The City has activated its Inclement Weather Center for tonight, Jan. 7, to provide people experiencing unsheltered homelessness with temporary low-barrier, safe and supportive emergency shelter for up to 60 people. Homeless Services Bureau staff are conducting outreach today to notify people experiencing unsheltered homelessness of the shelter opportunity.
As of the morning of Jan. 7, there are currently no impacts to commercial flights at Long Beach Airport however travelers should check their flight status with the airline.
Additionally, due to the high winds and low humidity expected during this windstorm, there is also concern for dangerous fire weather conditions in high-risk areas. Long Beach residents who work in or travel to high-risk wildfire areas should take extra precaution and prepare to evacuate, should the need arise.
For more information about weather conditions for specific areas of Los Angeles County and to stay up to date on this warning, people are encouraged to visit the National Weather Service website and follow on Facebook, X and YouTube.
Media inquiries may be directed to Reginald Harrison, Director, Department of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communications, at 562.570.9460 or Reginald.Harrison@longbeach.gov.