A wind advisory is in effect for the Mojave Desert Slopes of Kern County today from 3 PM PDT this afternoon until 6 AM PDT on Saturday morning. Strong winds will develop today as the affected area will see sustained winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts reaching up to 45 mph. The strong winds will make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the Lake Isabella and Kernville area of the Kern County Mountains through 11 PM PDT on Saturday. The area affected will experience strong wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, along with low relative humidity of 15 to 20 percent. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.

Warm air temperatures do not mean warm water temperatures. Cold water can very quickly remove heat from the body and lead to a loss of movement in the limbs. When heading into rivers and streams, always take precautions such as wearing a life vest, bringing a life preserver with you, and following all river/stream closures.