55 MPH Winds For Inland OC, Dust Advisory In San Juan Capistrano

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA — As strong Santa Ana winds gain traction in Southern California over the week, the South Coast Air Quality Management District issued a weekday Dust Advisory throughout Orange County Tuesday.

The Dust Advisory is following a High Wind Warning issued by the National Weather Service due to high winds throughout parts of Southern California. Residents can expect northeast winds ranging from 25 to 35 miles per hour, with gusts up to 55 miles per hour expected.

The High Wind Warning will remain in place until noon Thursday. The warning affects Inland Orange County, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Gorgonio Pass (near Banning), Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino and the Inland Empire.

Residents should be prepared for damaging winds blowing over trees and power lines, and should take down any outdoor items that may blow away in the wind.

"Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles," The service reported. "Use caution if you must drive."

The Dust Advisory is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through noon Thursday, due to the likelihood of high winds lifting dust and soil from the ground and into the air. Air quality throughout Orange County will vary from "Moderate" to "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" or higher, the SCAQMD said.

In Orange County, north Orange County, central Orange County and the Saddleback Valley will face the highest levels of dust exposure.

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The SCAQMD encouraged Orange County residents to limit outdoor exposure this weekend by remaining indoors with windows and doors closed, and avoiding vigorous physical activity — especially if you have respiratory issues.