By Martin Henderson
The National Weather Service in San Diego has listed a high wind watch for San Diego County and Riverside County deserts and mountains.
Strong and gusty winds will blanket the landscape late Monday through late Tuesday as a strong cold front will move through the area.
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It is expected to create the strongest winds on mountain ridge tops, desert slopes and portions of the adjacent desert areas. Westerly winds of 25-35 mph are expected, with gusts up to 55-60 mph.
The winds will diminish early Wednesday morning, about 3 a.m., after the frontal passage.
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A high wind watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event, and sustained winds of at least 40 mph are possible.
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