Powerful Santa Ana Winds Expected to Elevate Fire Risk in Southern California
Meteorologists said there was a chance the winds would be as severe as those that fueled the Palisades and Eaton fires, but that different locations would likely be affected.
What to do know about Santa Ana winds, tree limbs and firescaping
Tree limbs that break off in high winds were often incorrectly pruned, plus how much defensible space is enough for fire safety?
Winds expected to wane as firefighters seek to contain L.A. fires
The National Weather Service warns to “stay on guard for a fast-moving fire,” as winds may challenge containment efforts. Follow live updates on the Palisades, Eaton and other fires.
L.A. Fires: Progress in Southern California containment efforts as winds weaken
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed more than two dozen people. Weaker winds enabled firefighters to make inroads containing the Palisades and Eaton fires.
LA fires: Santa Ana hurricane-force winds could intensify wildfires
Firefighters held the line against two massive wildfires that have ravaged parts of Los Angeles for the past week, even as desert winds and a parched landscape presented extremely hazardous conditions.
Crews make progress on LA fires as winds finally subside: Friday live updates
Though dangerous fire weather conditions have eased, officials warned of other potential risks in impacted neighborhoods.
Southern California's winds weakening; at least 25 dead, 26 missing amid wildfires
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 25 people. The Palisades and Eaton fires continue to burn in Southern California.
Southern California faces renewed fire threat due to expected increase in Santa Ana winds
National Weather Service offices across Southern California are warning residents of an increase in weather conditions that are conducive to rapid fire growth. Meteorologists are most concerned about conditions from Monday afternoon through Wednesday morning when winds will be at their peak and relative humidity will be low.
Another round of ‘extreme’ Santa Ana winds raises fire danger for already reeling LA region
A strong and dry Santa Ana event with extreme fire weather conditions is increasingly likely,” the NWS said. “This event may be considerably stronger for many areas than the event that we experienced this past Monday through Wednesday.
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Red flag warning issued for Inland Empire, western Coachella Valley as strong winds loom
A red flag warning has been issued for the Inland Empire and some cities in the Coachella Valley as strong gusty winds and ...
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L.A. Fire-Fueling Winds Slow Down, Offering a Short Reprieve. What Are the Santa Ana Winds, and Why Do They Fan the Flames?
In recent days, however, the region’s powerful Santa Ana winds—which have been fanning the flames—have begun to slow down.
Tuesday’s Winds Didn’t Reach Their Predicted Speeds, but Wednesday’s Might
On Tuesday afternoon, forecasters at the National Weather Service dropped their most severe warnings for the rest of the day.
New wildfire concerns in Los Angeles: Strong winds could return next week.
Firefighters are making progress, officials said, but residents must be ready for a return of powerful winds that could ...
California fire and evacuation maps: See where the LA fires are burning
View maps below of the evacuations, fire locations and fire perimeters.As many as six fires burned in the Los Angeles area at ...
Everything we know about the fires and how many people are affected
Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted last week and roared across the Los ...
New England temperatures drop as brisk winter winds return
Much of the area should see sunshine while a few scattered snow showers are expected across Northern New England. And similar ...