Here is an update on how the high winds and wildfires are affecting Santa Ana. City of Santa Ana emergency responders and Public Works staff are monitoring and responding to downed trees, traffic signal outages, and any other fire- or wind-related issues. Public Works Agency (PWA) dispatch and operations have extended hours, and PWA is adding extra staff and contractors who are prepared to work overtime to respond to wind-related calls.
Wildfires
Multiple wildfires are burning in Southern California, but no wildfires were burning in Santa Ana or Orange County as of 12 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Visit the CalFire website for a map of all wildfires.
High Winds
The National Weather Service’s High Wind Warning will continue until 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 8. A red flag warning is in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday, January 9. Visit the National Weather Service website for the current wind conditions and alerts.
Traffic Signal Outages
On the morning of January 8, traffic signals at multiple intersections stopped working due to power outages. Our Public Works Agency and Santa Ana Police Department are deploying traffic control devices until power is restored and the traffic signals are operational. Visit the City website for a current list of affected intersections.
Fallen Trees and Branches
As of 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, PWA had received 185 requests for tree services and had completed 71 responses for fallen trees, branches, or other tree issues. That included 43 fallen City-owned trees.
Air Quality
The Air Quality Management District (AQMD) issued air quality alerts for much of Southern California. As of 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, most of Santa Ana’s air was rated as moderate. Find the latest air quality information on the AQMD website.
Power Outages
Find power outage information on the SCE website.
How to Report Issues
✔ Call 911 to report downed power lines.
To report downed trees, debris and traffic signal outages:
✔ Use the mySantaAna app. Download the app here.
✔ Call Public Works Dispatch at 714-647-3380
✔ Report on the City’s website.
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