El Prado Home Buffeted by Powerful Santa Ana Winds?

3/26/2024 (Permalink)

We are leaders in storm damage restoration in Fresno County.

Our local Chino/Chino Hills team restores storm damage throughout the year. During the spring, El Prado residents can be impacted by the Santa Ana winds. These winds are strong, dry, and hot winds commonly occurring in Southern California and parts of the southwestern United States. They originate from high-pressure systems over the Great Basin and the Mojave Desert, where descending air gets compressed, leading to warming and drying.

Santa Ana winds typically prevail from October to March but can occur at other times. They are known for their powerful gusts, often reaching 30 to 60 miles per hour or even higher speeds. These winds bring dry conditions, with humidity levels dropping significantly, which can be as low as 20 percent or lower.

Santa Ana winds have several notable effects. They increase the risk of wildfires due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation. Additionally, they raise temperatures, causing hot and arid conditions.

Similar winds with different names are found in other regions worldwide, such as the "Foehn" in Europe and the "Chinook" in the Rocky Mountains.

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When your El Prado home or commercial property has a storm damage emergency, our Chino/Chino Hills team is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore the damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 909-548-3191.

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