Southern California was bracing for another dangerous wind event early this week, as firefighters made more steady progress on the deadly Eaton and Palisades fires.
Los Angeles County will be under a red flag warning for extreme fire danger from Monday morning through Tuesday night. Forecasters say a “moderate to strong” Santa Ana wind event is expected, with isolated gusts of 80 to 100 mph expected in most wind-prone mountain locations, such as the San Gabriel, western Santa Monica and Santa Susana Mountains, according to the National Weather Service.
Southern California will stay free of red-flag warnings through the weekend, however, fire danger returns Monday.
Officials are urging residents to review their evacuation plans and make sure emergency kits are stocked with needed items should they have to evacuate…