Santa Ana winds can be as high as 70 miles an hour. Impacts can include tree damage, blown away unsecured outdoor objects, and blowing dust which could reduce visibility. 

High Winds Safety Rules

• Stay safe and prepare for high winds! 
• Postpone outdoor activities until winds die down
• Use handrails when available walking outdoors 
• Avoid elevated areas such as roofs
• Watch for flying debris (tree limbs may break and become loose during strong wind gusts)
• Watch out while walking under balconies as loose objects may fall
• Lower all outdoor umbrellas and secure any outdoor seat cushions 
• Secure lightweight outdoor patio furniture 
• IN AN EVENT OF A DOWNED POWER LINE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FREE LINES YOURSELF,          CALL 9-1-1 

Be Ready for Windstorms

BEFORE

• Conduct a home safety evaluation, including the garage door and nearby trees
• Secure or store away any loose items outside

DURING

• If you are outdoors, move into a building. Avoid downed electrical power lines, utility poles and trees
• If you are driving, pull off the road and stop away from trees. Avoid overpasses, power lines and other hazards
• Turn off the stove if you are cooking when the power goes out and turn off natural gas appliances

AFTER

• Evacuate damaged buildings
• If the power goes out, keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to keep food frozen for up to two days