Millions of Californians braced for a dangerous round of fire weather, with a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' warning issued for an area near two massive blazes that have killed at least 25 people and destroyed thousands of homes. Firefighters made progress battling the blazes on Tuesday, but officials stressed the threat remains high. Red flag warnings were issued for the region, and utilities preemptively shut off power to prevent sparks. Authorities urged residents to be ready to flee at a moment's notice and warned against looting and arson.
LOS ANGELES, California — Millions of Californians were on edge as a final round of dangerous fire weather was forecast for the region on Wednesday, along with a rare warning of a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' for an area near where two massive blazes have killed at least 25 people and destroyed thousands of homes.
Members of a California Department of Corrections hand crew work on containment lines ahead of the Palisades Fire in Santa Monica, California, on Jan. 14, 2025. AP PHOTOThe National Weather Service issued red flag warnings — done when temperatures are warm, humidity is low and strong winds are expected — from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m. from the Central Coast 275 miles south to the border with Mexico.
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