Santa Ana winds are blowing through California, and parts of the state are at an increased risk of wildfires because of drought.
Soon after warmth builds over the interior southwestern United States, offshore winds will kick up and help bring the heat to coastal areas of Southern California, AccuWeather meteorologists say. The Santa Ana winds and warmth will drive up the wildfire risk.
Santa Ana winds are returning to Southern California with wind gusts peaking up to 45 mph for parts of Los Angeles County.
Southern California will see one more day of hot temperatures before a big cooldown brings a chance of rain this weekend. The region on Thursday will see an increase in fire danger due to a combination of Santa Ana winds and temperatures in the 80s ...