The National Weather Service has warned that the major wind event is bringing particularly dangerous fire weather conditions, leading to heightened risks if any fire ignites.
Ryan Kittell, a meteorologist, noted that this wind event is not a typical Santa Ana wind, with dry, northeast winds spreading across Southern California.
Wind warnings and alerts are issued across the region, expecting sustained winds of 35 to 50 mph, with gusts possibly reaching up to 100 mph.
Critical fire weather conditions have triggered red flag warnings, highlighting the increased risk for large fires with extreme behaviors and rapid spread in affected areas.
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