A powerful windstorm with gusts reaching 75 mph or more is expected to blow through Southern California this week.
A high wind watch has been issued from Tuesday morning through late Wednesday night, according to the National Weather Service.
High Desert locations such as Apple Valley, Hesperia and Victorville will probably miss stronger wind conditions, with higher winds staying to the west and south.
Strong winds are expected in San Bernardino and Riverside county areas, Including the cities Wrightwood, Riverside, Fontana, Big Bear Lake, Lake Arrowhead, Corona, Moreno Valley, Running Springs, Ontario, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, and Crestline.
Northeast winds from 20 to 40 mph, with gusts of 50 to 60 mph are possible, with stronger winds below the Cajon Pass, weather service officials stated.
Northeast winds of 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph are possible on the coastal slopes of the San Bernardino County Mountains.
Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Additionally, widespread power outages are possible, and travel could be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.