Strongest winds in over a decade could increase fire risk to dry Southern California
The strongest winds in more than a decade could hit Southern California on Tuesday, potentially causing structural damage and bringing extreme fire risk to areas that haven't seen substantial rain in months.
Extreme dry winds could create wildfire hazard for southern Californians, forecasts say
Less than one month after the devastating Franklin Fire, Southern California could be in for more wildfire risks with extreme dry winds on their way.
Cal Fire moves resources to Southern California as agencies brace for extreme winds
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Another round of powerful, dry winds to raise wildfire risk across Southern California
Winds will whip up and humidity levels will drop in Southern California this week, raising the risk for wildfires in parched areas still recovering from a recent destructive blaze.
Windstorm Warning: Southern California Told To Brace for Destructive Weather
The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned residents of California of "life threatening" windstorm that could hit parts of the Golden State this week. The NWS warns that widespread, damaging winds and low humidity are likely to fuel rapid fire growth,
Unusual ‘life-threatening and destructive’ winds bring risk of winter fires, power outages to Southern California
Gusty, dry winds — some that could reach up to 100 mph — are forecast across much of Los Angeles beginning Tuesday, and are expected to elevate the threat for fast-moving wildfires.
Southern California faces "life-threatening" fire threats from Santa Ana winds
Southern California faces a "extremely critical fire weather" that will likely result in "widespread" downed trees, power lines and electricity outages this week, the National Weather Service warns. Threat level: Rare,
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