Gusty Santa Ana winds and warmer temperatures have officials concerned about an increased chance of wildfires erupting in Southern California heading into the weekend.
Red flag warnings have been issued for most mountain and valley locations of Los Angeles and Ventura counties from 9 a.m. Friday through 6 p.m. Saturday.
Forecasters expect wind gusts to reach 45 mph with isolated bursts to 55 mph possible in the hills and mountains, according to the National Weather Service…