Strong winds and low humidity are increasing the risk of fires this weekend.
A wind advisory is in effect until at least 3 p.m. Saturday for the San Fernando and Santa Clarita valleys, as well as the Santa Monica Mountains, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
The NWS says Santa Ana wind gusts are expected to reach 25 to 40 mph, with isolated gusts up to 50 mph, especially in the hills and mountain peaks.
Southern California Edison has warned customers in fire-prone areas, including Azusa, that power may be shut off to prevent wildfires. On Friday, the company cut power to about 9,000 customers and aims to avoid further shut-offs on Saturday…