Santa Ana winds fuel extreme fire risk in Southern California
In Southern California, fire warnings are in effect because of the Santa Ana winds, which will bring gusts up to 105 km/h and create extremely hazardous fire conditions. The warnings apply to counties including Los Angeles and Ventura.
In Southern California, fire warnings are in effect owing to the Santa Ana winds, which will produce gusts of up to 105 km/h, contributing to extremely perilous fire conditions. According to NBCNews, the warnings are in force from Monday to Wednesday in areas such as the San Gabriel Mountains, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Clarita Valley, and the coasts and valleys of Ventura County.
Particularly dangerous conditions are anticipated from Monday evening to Tuesday afternoon, when the Santa Ana winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation could rapidly spread fires. Warnings apply to Los Angeles and Ventura counties, where wind gusts of up to 130 km/h are forecasted.
Wind spreads fire
Authorities warn of challenging driving conditions and possible travel delays, especially on Tuesday morning. The strongest winds are expected in the San Gabriel Mountains, Santa Susana Mountains, and western Santa Monica Mountains. Trees and power lines could be downed, leading to power outages.
