Santa Ana winds, Red Flag Warning hit LA this weekend: What you need to know
Weather Forecast: Friday, Nov. 6
The latest forecast and air quality conditions for the greater Los Angeles area, including beaches, valleys and desert regions.
LOS ANGELES - Brace for a blast of classic fall fire weather across Los Angeles this weekend. Dry Santa Ana winds are moving in, bringing gusty conditions and elevated wildfire danger.
Weekend forecast: Gusts up to 45 mph and very low humidity
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning taking effect from 2 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday.
Mountain areas will see wind gusts reaching 30 to 45 mph, with gusty conditions expected to sweep through valley and hillside communities. Paired with bone-dry humidity, any spark that catches could spread rapidly and trigger extreme fire behavior.
Red Flag parking restrictions: Where you can’t park Saturday
If you live in a hillside or designated high-fire-hazard area, check the curb before leaving your car on the street. The Los Angeles Fire Department is activating its Red Flag Parking Restriction Program starting at 6 a.m. Saturday for at least 24 hours.
Parking is prohibited along marked streets in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones to make sure fire engines have clear access and neighborhood evacuation routes remain open. Vehicles parked along narrow roads, sharp curves, or hairpin turns risk being ticketed or towed.
Newport Beach residents brace for more flooding
SoCal beach communities are bracing for another round of coastal flooding.
What residents should watch for
Potential power outages: High winds can bring down tree limbs and utility equipment. Residents should also prepare for possible utility-directed Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) aimed at preventing downed wires from sparking blazes. Keep phones and devices charged.
Neighborhood safety: Secure lightweight outdoor patio furniture, canopies, and trash bins that could blow away. Avoid any outdoor activities involving tools or machinery that produce sparks near dry brush.
Know your evacuation route: Keep your car fueled or charged, review your neighborhood exit routes, and ensure your pets and emergency essentials are ready to move quickly if conditions change.
Angelenos can monitor neighborhood alerts by signing up for notifications through NotifyLA.org or LAFD.org/alerts.
The Source: Information for this story came from the National Weather Service and the Los Angeles Fire Department.