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The Santa Anas Are Coming This Weekend. Here's What You Need To Know
The season's first significant Santa Ana wind event is coming this weekend, raising fire risks.
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The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties beginning at 3 a.m. Sunday through Monday evening — brought forth by the first significant Santa Ana wind event of the season.
The windy and bone dry conditions will extend into Tuesday, causing fire weather conditions to persist across parts of Southern California.
The strongest winds, possibly up to 70 mph, will sweep across the Santa Susana Mountains, Western Santa Monica’s and the foothills.
#SantaAna winds are on track for Saturday Night through at least Monday. This is a DANGEROUS situation. Residents in high fire danger areas should PREPARE NOW if called to evacuate. #cawx pic.twitter.com/hLLEOs6XpI
— NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) October 27, 2023
Southern California Edison is warning customers of possible public safety power shutoffs across L.A., Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura Counties from Sunday through Tuesday.
The number of affected people could change as we get closer to Sunday. Head to SCE.com/psps or keep up with the utility company’s social media page for the most up-to-date information.
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