LA fires latest: Death toll climbs to 24 as rescue workers fear ‘explosive fire growth’ from Santa Ana winds
Firefighters are bracing for the the return of ferocious Santa Ana winds which are expected to fan the flames of wildfires raging across southern California, as the death toll climbs to at least 24 people.
LA fires latest: Death toll climbs to 24 as firefighters race against intensifying Santa Ana winds
Since the first flames sparked in the Santa Ana winds on January 7, at least 16 have been confirmed dead, 12,000 structures have been destroyed, and over 150,000 residents have been ordered to leave their homes.
How do Santa Ana winds hinder fight against LA fires? We explain.
Santa Ana winds occur when air flows west from a region of high pressure over the dry Great Basin to lower pressure off the California coast, According to Accuweather. As that cool interior air flows over and through mountain passes, it accelerates, sinks and compresses.
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A renewed surge of Santa Ana winds will create dangerous fire weather in southern California over the next few days.
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“Star Wars” actor Mark Hamill and Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis are among those whose homes are at risk as fires continue to break out across Los Angeles, causing more than 30,000 people to flee the Pacific Palisades as well as parts of Malibu and Santa Monica. Hamill posted an update on his Instagram on …
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Jon Keeley, a research ecologist in California with the U.S. Geological Survey and adjunct professor at UCLA, explains what causes extreme winds like this in Southern California, and why they create such a dangerous fire risk.
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L.A. fires live updates: Death toll rises to 24; dangerous winds set to return
Follow the latest news, updates and containment efforts for the wildfires burning in Los Angeles, including the Palisades and Eaton fires.
Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks
The death toll from the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 16 as crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds return that could push the flames toward some of the city’s most famous landmarks.
Los Angeles wildfire death toll surges to 24 as firefighters brace for more fierce winds
A surging death toll is accompanying a slight break in the weather as firefighters in Los Angeles cast a wary eye on a forecast for yet more wind
24 people dead in Palisades and Eaton fires as Los Angeles braces for more high winds, red flag weather
Wildfires which have killed at least 16 people and left behind widespread destruction in Los Angeles County continue to burn Sunday while more strong winds and challenging weather conditions are forecasted for the coming days.
16 dead, 16 missing as fire crews try to corral Los Angeles blazes before winds returns
Firefighters are scrambling to make further progress against wildfires that have killed 16 people in the Los Angeles area as forecasters again warn of dangerous weather with the return of strong winds.
Winds poised to intensify, complicating LA wildfire battle: Live updates
Winds could threaten small signs of progress firefighters made over the weekend with the devastating Pacific Palisades Fire.
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Multiple counties in Southern California were under red flag warnings from the NWS early Monday, with the service warning of yet another round of Santa Ana winds.
LA fires live updates: Devastating Santa Ana winds to return, possibly spreading fires farther as Trump blasts ‘incompetent’ Calif. officials
Fires rage out of control in Los Angeles on Sunday, five days since they began ripping across the county. The death toll has ...
California fires weather forecast: High winds could cause explosive fire growth
Nevertheless, winds will be strong enough to potentially cause explosive fire growth. On Monday morning and the rest of the ...
Los Angeles braces for stronger winds as wildfires continue to spread
The fires have swept through over 40,000 acres so far. Officials report that at least 24 people have died.