Los Angeles prepares for dangerously high winds, posing a risk of 'explosive fire growth.'

 

Summary: Los Angeles Prepares for Intensifying Wildfires

• Active Fires:

  • Fire crews are battling two large blazes and two smaller ones in the Los Angeles area.
  • The largest, the Palisades Fire, has burned over 23,000 acres and is 14% contained.

• Weather Warnings:

  • Forecasters predict dangerously high winds with gusts up to 70 mph, potentially causing "explosive fire growth."
  • Red flag weather warnings are in effect starting at 04:00 local time on Tuesday (12:00 GMT).

• Urgent Response:

• LA Mayor Karen Bass warns that winds may reach "close to hurricane force levels."
• Authorities are making "urgent preparations" to address the worsening situation.

• Casualties and Evacuations:

  • At least 24 people have died, and 23 others are missing.
  • Over 90,000 residents are under evacuation orders, with many monitoring the next few days closely.