Weather advisory: Gusty winds bring dangerous seas and driving conditions to SLO County
The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory for most of the Central Coast on Monday.
According to the advisory, “gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects,” in Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties through nightfall.
Northwest winds from 15 to 25 mph with gusts of up to 40 mph are expected through 9 p.m., the advisory said.
“Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles,” the advisory warned. “Use extra caution.”
According to a Facebook post by the Weather Service, winds will peak Monday afternoon and evening and will remain gusty into Tuesday.
“These winds will generate dangerous seas,” the post said. “Boaters are urged to remain in safe harbor.”
The post also warns of dangerous driving conditions and localized power outages caused by downed trees.
