Santa Ana Winds, Southern California

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.
Fire-stricken Los Angeles braces for dangerous Santa Ana winds
Los Angeles firefighters braced for high winds on Monday expected to fuel two monstrous wildfires that have already leveled entire neighborhoods, killed at least two dozen people, and burned an area the size of Washington,
Strong Santa Ana winds, fire danger cause rare PDS warning to remain in effect in Southern California
A "Particularly Dangerous Situation" warning remains in effect as strong winds cause extreme fire danger in Southern California.
Los Angeles forecast warns of more fire danger from Santa Ana winds
Red Flag Warnings remain in effect through Friday evening for much of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, the National Weather Service said.
Santa Ana winds pick up, threatening fire-ravaged Los Angeles anew
Los Angeles firefighters braced for high winds overnight into Tuesday, gusts that could fuel two monstrous wildfires that have already leveled entire neighborhoods, killed at least two dozen people, and burned an area the size of Washington,
LA Weather timeline: Santa Ana winds to return next week
Now, Santa Ana winds are expected to sweep through the area early next week, accompanied by low humidity, meaning more potentially dangerous fire conditions. Here's what to expect over the weekend and into next week.
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.
Damaging Santa Ana Winds In Los Angeles Area, Southern California Pose Extreme Fire Danger
Santa Ana winds are caused by strong high pressure over the Great Basin region of the West creating a pressure gradient that amps up winds through the mountains, foothills and sometimes valleys of Southern California. In this case, the winds are getting a major boost from a strong upper-level low pushing southward across the state.
LA Weather Timeline: Peak of Santa Ana winds, wildfire concerns being pushed back
Officials warn the peak of the Santa Ana winds have been pushed back by about a day from the original timeline.
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.
Southern California braces for worse wildfires as Santa Ana winds expected to intensify
Wildfires fueled by strong Santa Ana winds have devastated Southern California, destroying thousands of homes and causing 27 deaths. The fires, affecting urban areas and the Olympic preparation, are worsened by climate change and urban expansion.
Los Angeles wildfires: Returning Santa Ana winds threaten to expand deadly blazes
Dangerous Santa Ana winds are expected to return to the Los Angeles area this week, potentially fueling the growth of new 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.
Santa Ana winds to keep fire threat high until Wednesday evening, officials warn
With the strongest gusts expected on Tuesday, extreme fire condition threats will prevail until midweek, L.A.-area fire ...