Alertes en vigueurSanta Barbara, CA

What: Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph expected.
Where: A large portion of southwest California.
When: From 6 AM to 6 PM PST Monday.
Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

What: Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected.
Where: Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast.
When: From Monday morning through Wednesday morning.
Impacts: There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore.
Additional Details: Minor coastal flooding possible around mid- morning and late-evening times of high tide on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.