A 'life-threatening, destructive windstorm' is expected to hit Ventura and Los Angeles counties from Tuesday into Wednesday, the National Weather Service reported.
A "life-threatening, destructive windstorm" is expected to hit Southern California from Tuesday into Wednesday, the National Weather Service reported.was issued for both Los Angeles and Ventura counties Monday at 11:50 a.m. and it is set to expire Wednesday at 6 p.m. Red flag warnings were also issued for both counties.
The strong gusts of wind increase the risk for downed trees and powerlines, which could affect the roads. "It is important that fire apparatus have room to respond quickly to a fast-moving brush fire while simultaneously allowing residents to evacuate, if necessary," said LAFD. "For this reason, special parking restrictions may exist on certain narrow streets in brush areas only during 'Red Flag Alert' conditions."
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power urges customers to prepare for possible power outages by keeping a flashlight nearby, keeping your cell phone fully charged, and keeping a portable charger handy. "The state is taking early, proactive steps to coordinate with local partners to protect communities as dangerous weather enters our state," Newsom said in a press release. "We are no strangers to winter-time wildfire threats, so I ask all Californians to pay attention to local authorities and be prepared to evacuate if told to go."
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