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As the death toll from the raging Los Angeles fires rises to 25, firefighters are bracing for strong winds to return to Santa Ana on Wednesday morning.
Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service again declared an “extraordinarily hazardous situation,” its most extreme advance warning, with local wind gusts reaching 65 mph before sunrise until noon Wednesday.
The Palisades and Eaton fires are now among the most destructive fires in Southern California history. Officials fear new winds and hazardous fire weather conditions could cause the fires to grow further, and urged residents to “be prepared” in case new evacuation orders are issued. .
“We are not out of the woods yet,” the NWS warned in a statement after winds died down Tuesday. In a later update, the agency added: “Severe fire weather conditions will continue along the southern California coast through Wednesday due to moderate to locally strong Santa Ana winds. Particularly hazardous situation red flag warnings remain in effect.”
that Palisades Fire It has burned nearly 24,000 acres and is 18% contained as of Wednesday morning. that eaton fire, Meanwhile, after burning more than 14,000 acres, it is 35% contained.
Newsom asks Trump to visit fire-ravaged areas in Southern California
james riddellJanuary 15, 2025 08:55
Warning of ‘dangerous fire weather’ as strong Santa Ana winds blow again
After a temporary calm in winds, the National Weather Service warned of severe fire weather with “strong” Santa Ana winds expected to return early Wednesday morning.
In a recent forecast discussion, the agency warned that widespread wind gusts of up to 55 mph would occur across most of Ventura County and the mountains of LA County, including Santa Monica, the northern and western valleys of LA County and the Malibu coast.
Local wind gusts could reach up to 65 mph from before sunrise Wednesday until noon, according to the NWS.
“Severe fire weather conditions will continue along the southern California coast through Wednesday due to moderate to locally strong Santa Ana winds. “Particularly dangerous situation red flag warnings remain in effect,” the statement said late Tuesday.
The strongest winds from Tuesday evening are:
- 74 miles per hour: Magic Mountain in Angeles National Forest in the San Gabriel Mountains
- 62 miles per hour: Mill Creek, west of the San Gabriel Mountains
- 61 miles per hour: Chilao in Angeles National Forest in the San Gabriel Mountains
- 61 miles per hour: Palo Sola, east of the Santa Susanna Mountains
james riddellJanuary 15, 2025 08:32
The Return of Speidi: How Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag Rebranded During the California Wildfires
If there’s one outcome I didn’t expect from the California wildfires, it’s that Heidi Montag’s failed album from 2010 topped the iTunes charts and that her husband, Spencer Pratt, the most hated of all millennials, appeared on TV. It means that he cried with me. About that. But here we are, living in the following timeline. surface area (Yes, the album you saw once on Perez Hilton’s blog and then immediately forgot about) is getting the resurgence no one asked for, but TikTok is asking for it.
Holly BaxterJanuary 15, 2025 08:00
Republican senator says California ‘does not deserve funding’ after devastating wildfires.
The Alabama senator, a staunch ally of Donald Trump, said he is not opposed to sending “some money” to states, but not unless state leaders “change their ways.”
Katie HawkinsonJanuary 15, 2025 07:00
Emmys stolen as 9 people charged with LA Fire, Palisades and Eaton thefts
Nathan Hochmann told reporters that among the property stolen was an Emmy Award, which was taken from a resident’s home in Altadena by four people who were quickly arrested. Authorities are undecided about who the Emmys belong to.
holly williamsJanuary 15, 2025 06:00
Wind gusts up to 60 mph are expected overnight through Wednesday
The National Weather Service forecast wind gusts up to 60 mph in the mountains overnight Tuesday through Wednesday.
“The key message is that we are not out of the woods yet,” the Los Angeles NWS said in a statement. “Please remain alert for fast-moving fires. “Wind performance has been poor today, but another strengthening could occur tonight or tomorrow.”
The Palisades and Eaton fires are among the most destructive fires in Los Angeles history. At least 25 people have died, and authorities are urging residents to be cautious as the fire continues.
Katie HawkinsonJanuary 15, 2025 04:40
Malibu’s mayor dismissed rumors of permission to re-enter the evacuation zone.
Malibu Mayor Doug Stewart dismissed rumors that the city was offering permits to people seeking a quick return to evacuation zones.
“We must … address and dispel rumors that are spreading in the community. Rapid re-entry into the evacuation area is not permitted. Any claim or offer to provide such permission is false,” Stewart said in a statement Tuesday.
“It is natural that many people want to return home. “We are committed to hearing your feedback and making this happen as quickly and safely as possible,” he added. “But we’re still in the middle of a fire incident.”
Katie HawkinsonJanuary 15, 2025 04:15
WATCH: Buckeye Fire helps woman’s cat fleeing CA fire
Katie HawkinsonJanuary 15, 2025 03:45
Chairman Johnson calls for ‘conditions’ on California wildfire relief
Prime Minister Johnson: “I think we’re going to have a serious conversation about this.” said reporter. “Of course there have been water mismanagement, mismanagement of forests, mistakes, all kinds of problems, and it all boils down to a question of leadership. It appears to us that state and local leaders have neglected their duties in many ways. “This is definitely something to consider.”
Josh MarcusJanuary 15, 2025 03:15
