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Weather Conditions To Improve For Los Angeles Firefighters

Fire Crews battle the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Weather conditions in Los Angeles are expected to improve in the coming days as firefighters continue to battle wildfires in the area. According to a meteorologist from the National Weather Service, Rich Thompson, a Red Flag Warning will be in effect for many fire-prone areas until Wednesday evening.

The current situation is being exacerbated by strong Santa Ana winds, which are creating critical fire weather conditions due to the dry brush in the region. Thompson noted that the area has not seen any rainfall since last April, further heightening the fire risk.

Santa Ana winds exacerbating fire risk due to dry brush.
Red Flag Warning in effect until Wednesday evening for fire-prone areas.
No rainfall since April increasing fire danger.

However, there is hope on the horizon as conditions are forecasted to improve significantly heading into the weekend. Thompson mentioned during a news conference on Monday that a shift in weather patterns is expected, with the return of cooler temperatures, higher humidities, and refreshing oceanic sea breezes.

These changes are anticipated to provide much-needed relief to the fire crews working tirelessly to contain the wildfires. The improved weather conditions will likely aid in their efforts and help mitigate the spread of the fires.

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