Wind Advisory, Air Quality Alert and Fire Safety Updates Lead San Bernardino Headlines

San Bernardino is heading into the week with weather and safety top of mind.

Wind Advisory Across the Inland Empire

A Wind Advisory remained in effect through Sunday evening for San Bernardino County mountains and valleys, with northeast winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts reaching up to 50 mph. Isolated gusts were reported even higher in foothill and canyon areas.

Forecasters warned that unsecured outdoor items could be blown around and that tree limbs and power lines may be at risk. Drivers of high-profile vehicles were urged to use extra caution, especially near mountain passes and exposed roadways.

Air Quality Concerns Reported

Regional air quality officials issued a notice late last week as conditions in parts of San Bernardino County reached unhealthy levels. Officials said a mix of wind, dust and regional pollution contributed to the spike.

Residents with respiratory conditions were encouraged to limit prolonged outdoor activity during peak pollution periods. Air regulators said they are continuing to monitor conditions as weather patterns shift early this week.

Fire Department Safety Reminder

San Bernardino County Fire officials also updated residents on burn permit requirements as gusty conditions elevate fire risk. All open burning, except natural gas or propane-fueled fires, must be extinguished during Red Flag or Fire Weather Watch conditions or when winds exceed 10 miles per hour.

Fire officials emphasized the importance of securing permits before conducting any residential or agricultural vegetation burning. With dry conditions and periodic strong winds, crews are urging the community to remain alert and follow safety guidance.

As March continues, local agencies are closely watching weather shifts that can quickly affect air quality, fire risk and travel conditions across the Inland Empire.

Sources

https://kesq.com/weather/alerts-weather/2026/03/07/wind-advisory-issued-march-7-at-524am-pst-until-march-8-at-500pm-pdt-by-nws-san-diego-ca-2/
https://www.aqmd.gov/docs/default-source/news-archive/2026/expanded-wbd—march-6-2026.pdf
https://sbcfire.org/