1/21/2022 8:44:00 AM until 1/22/2022 12:00:00 PM

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

Strong north to east winds through Saturday... .North to east winds will increase across interior Northern California today. The strongest winds in the Central Valley will occur this afternoon into Saturday morning, while strongest winds over the northern Sierra and southern Cascades are expected tonight and Saturday. Gusts of 30 to 45 mph are likely in the Central Valley, locally higher along the west side and Delta area. Gusts of 50 to 70 mph, locally higher, are likely across the higher elevations and exposed ridges in the northern Sierra. The most significant impacts are expected in the mountains where downed trees and power outages will be possible along with difficult driving conditions. ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 50 to 70 mph, locally higher along ridgetops and peaks. * WHERE...Western Plumas County/Lassen Park and West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada Counties. * WHEN...Until noon PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will have the potential to blow down burned/weakened trees. Possible downed power lines resulting in power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Outdoor recreation activities such as skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking will be potentially dangerous with the high winds. Avoid forested areas as winds could blow down trees and branches. Stay clear of power lines. Secure outdoor objects.