San Diego County urges readiness with heat, winds to hit region tomorrow

All Streams 💀 DAY OF THE DEAD: Celebrate memories of lost loved ones on our KPBS Digital Community Altar. Environment San Diego County urges readiness with heat, winds to hit region Thursday By City News Service Published October 14, 2026 at 3:02 PM PDT Facebook WhatsApp Email Jacob Aere / KPBS Temperatures will rise and high winds will hit San Diego County starting Thursday, prompting county officials to urge caution and preparation.

The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for inland, mountain and foothill areas in San Diego County, along with a heat advisory for coastal areas, starting Thursday.

The county's eastern valley areas can expect northeast to east winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph, "locally higher near mountain foothills. For the western valleys, more localized wind gusts 35 to 45 mph," forecasters said.

Become a KPBS sponsor Mountain communities should expect northeast to east winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 65 mph.

High winds may cause power outages, blowing dust, tree damage and dangerous driving conditions for high-profile, taller vehicles. The high winds warning begins Thursday morning and ends Saturday evening, and forecasters say gusty conditions could continue in inland areas into Saturday night.