Wind Advisory Extended for Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast
The National Weather Service has extended the Wind Advisory for the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, now in effect until 6 AM PDT Sunday.
4 reports on this incident · first at Aug 29, 2026, 11:01 a.m. ET
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Aug 29, 2026, 11:11 a.m. ET
Wind Advisory Issued for Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast
The National Weather Service Los Angeles has issued a Wind Advisory for the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, in effect from 6 PM PDT Saturday, August 29, 2026, to 6 AM PDT Sunday, August 30, 2026. The advisory covers the area including Jalama Beach, El Capitan State Beach, Refugio State Beach, and Gaviota.
Northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. According to the advisory, gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, and tree limbs could be blown down, with a few power outages possible. The advisory notes that winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, and advises extra caution.
A separate Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening, with temperatures of 80 to 90 degrees. The advisory warns that hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses and recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors.
Aug 29, 2026, 11:06 a.m. ET
Heat and Wind Advisories: Gusts May Down Tree Limbs and Cause Power Outages
The National Weather Service Los Angeles has issued a Wind Advisory and a Heat Advisory for the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, warning that gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result. Hot temperatures may also cause heat illnesses, according to the advisory.
The Wind Advisory is in effect from 6 PM PDT Saturday, August 29, 2026, to 6 AM PDT Sunday, August 30, 2026, with northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 50 mph expected. The Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening, with temperatures of 80 to 90 degrees.
The affected areas include Jalama Beach, El Capitan State Beach, Refugio State Beach, and Gaviota. The advisory notes that winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, and recommends extra caution. For heat, it advises drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors.
Aug 29, 2026, 11:01 a.m. ETFirst report
Wind Advisory Issued for Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast
The National Weather Service Los Angeles has issued a Wind Advisory for the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, in effect from 6 PM PDT Saturday, August 29, 2026, to 6 AM PDT Sunday, August 30, 2026. The advisory covers the coastal areas including Jalama Beach, El Capitan State Beach, Refugio State Beach, and Gaviota.
Northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects, and tree limbs could be blown down, possibly causing a few power outages. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
A separate Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening, with temperatures of 80 to 90 degrees. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. The NWS advises drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
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