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 "Red flag warning issued for LA area due to potentially dangerous conditions."

Winds remain a crucial factor in the fight against the wildfires blazing across Los Angeles and nearby regions.

During a news conference last night, National Weather Service meteorologist Rich Thompson announced that a red flag warning will persist until 6:00 PM local time (2:00 AM GMT) on Wednesday. This warning indicates that conditions are highly favorable for wildfire ignition and rapid spread.

The Santa Ana winds have returned. Although a regular occurrence, they can become hazardous when they intensify, as seen last week.

"The vegetation remains extremely dry, creating the perfect conditions for critical fire weather," explained Thompson.

According to the latest forecast, wind gusts are expected to peak at 70 mph (112 km/h) on Tuesday. While lower than the initial gusts that intensified the fires and grounded firefighting aircraft, these winds still pose significant challenges to containment efforts.

"Firefighters from Across North America Mobilize to LA"

"International Teams to Join Fire Crews Battling Blazes in LA"

Firefighters from Mexico and Canada have been called in to assist with the Los Angeles wildfires.

Mexico has dispatched a team of more than 70 firefighters and troops to the city. According to Cal Fire, the state’s fire authority, these crews will begin tackling the Palisades Fire on Monday.

“All 73 will be paired up as a handcrew,” said Curtis Rhodes, a public information officer for Cal Fire. These handcrews are tasked with constructing fire lines—cleared strips of land designed to halt the spread of flames.

In addition, Canadian firefighters have been deployed to support firefighting efforts in the region.

Over the weekend, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also offered to send 150 firefighters from his country to help combat the blazes.

"How Are Officials Bracing for the Next Wave of Wildfire Threats?"

"LA Mayor Karen Bass and California Governor Gavin Newsom Receive Updates on Firefighting Efforts"

The wildfire threat in Los Angeles remains "very high," according to local officials.

On Sunday, Fire Chief Anthony Marrone warned that strong winds and "critical fire weather conditions" are expected to persist until Wednesday.

Here’s how officials are preparing for the days ahead:

• Los Angeles County Fire Department: Chief Marrone stated that dozens of new water trucks and additional firefighters have been deployed, and the city's water system is fully operational.
• Mayor Karen Bass: After concerns about water hydrants running dry during last week’s fires, Bass assured residents, saying, "I believe the city is prepared."
• Governor Gavin Newsom: Emergency measures have been introduced to protect fire victims from scams, enforce tougher penalties for price gouging, and reduce bureaucracy for rebuilding homes.
• National Response: President-elect Donald Trump criticized California officials, calling the situation "one of the worst catastrophes in the history of our country" on his Truth Social platform, while questioning the state’s ability to control the fires.

In response, California officials, including Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass, have invited the incoming president to visit Los Angeles and see the wildfire devastation firsthand.

"Key Information You Need to Know"

Fires Continue to Ravage Los Angeles:
The California Fire Authority reports that 40,000 acres have burned in the past week, with three major fires still active:

• Palisades Fire: 13% contained
• Eaton Fire: 27% contained
• Hurst Fire: 89% contained

Red Flag Warnings as Strong Winds Approach:
The National Weather Service has issued a “particularly dangerous situation” red flag warning for areas across Ventura and West Los Angeles County. This warning, at the same level as last week's intense winds, signals the potential for explosive fire growth due to the strength of the winds.

Casualties and Evacuations:
At least 24 people have died, with around 100,000 people evacuated. A curfew is in effect from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM local time (2:00 AM to 2:00 PM GMT) in parts of the city. Amid the displacement, reports of rent hikes and price-gouging have surfaced.

Officials Assert Readiness:
Mayor Karen Bass states that fire crews are being strategically pre-deployed in anticipation of the expected strong winds.

Thousands of Firefighters Battle Largest Blaze:
Nearly 5,000 firefighters are working to control the Palisades fire, the largest of the three, according to a battalion chief with Cal Fire. "We have aircraft dropping fire retardant and water on the fire, and we're continuously applying more water to contain it," he told the BBC.