As severe weather looms over the Bay Area, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings of dangerous winds and a flood advisory for multiple regions. On Sunday, wind gusts reaching up to 60 mph are expected, with communities near Big Sur and portions of the Santa Cruz Mountains and Santa Clara Hills bracing for even stronger winds of 70-80 mph.

Napa is currently under a flood advisory until 8:30 a.m., according to the NWS. Pacifica Police Department has urged residents to stay off the roads and avoid beaches and coastal areas due to hazardous surf conditions.

Caltrans District 4 has also joined in advising residents to limit non-essential travel during the storm, which is expected to bring excessive rainfall and potential flooding to the region. The NWS announced a moderate risk of excessive rainfall on Sunday, which now includes the San Mateo and San Francisco Peninsula. Rapid-onset flooding is a concern, posing a marginal to moderate risk.

The storm is set to intensify on Saturday, with rain and strong winds picking up throughout the day and persistent rain expected in the evening. Flooding has been predicted, prompting cautionary measures. Showers will continue on Monday and Tuesday, as per the NWS forecast.

The primary impact of this potential storm, as indicated by the NWS, will be strong winds across the entire Bay Area and Central Coast. The Santa Cruz Mountains and Santa Lucias are forecasted to bear the brunt of the rainfall, with predictions ranging from 4-6 inches in the former and 4-7 inches in the latter. The valley areas can expect 2-3 inches of rainfall.

To address the impending weather conditions, two wind advisories have been issued earlier than anticipated, from 4 p.m. Saturday through 10 p.m. Sunday. This update comes as meteorologist Dave Spahr from KRON4 highlights that the saturated ground increases the likelihood of property damage associated with the high winds. He also warns of possible power outages.

With winds nearing dangerous speeds and the risk of flooding looming, residents of the Bay Area are urged to take necessary precautions and stay tuned to local authorities for further updates and safety guidelines.