Southern California Braces for Dangerous Santa Ana Winds and Fire Threats
TL;DR
Red flag warnings are set to take effect across Southern California from Los Angeles to San Diego due to strong Santa Ana winds, which could reach up to 80 mph. The National Weather Service warns of increased wildfire risk in areas like the San Gabriel and Santa Monica mountains, San Fernando Valley, and Ventura County. Residents near wildland interfaces are advised to prepare for potential evacuations. The warnings will remain in effect until early Wednesday, with conditions typical for this time of year.
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- Red flag warnings set to take effect throughout Southern California, beginning Monday Los Angeles Times
- Powerful Santa Ana wind event to bring potentially dangerous fire weather to Southern California CNN
- SDG&E customers potentially affected by power shutoffs starting Monday ABC 10 News San Diego KGTV
- Southern California faces 'particularly dangerous' wildfire threat from Santa Ana winds up to 80 mph Fox Weather
- Critical weather conditions for fires predicted in Ventura, LA counties VC Star
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