LOS ANGELES—A windstorm that forecasters described as potentially destructive and life-threatening will develop across the Southland Tuesday morning, dramatically raising the risk of wildfires for the next several days.
Authorities advised those living near the foothills and mountains to be prepared to evacuate in the event of a fire.
“Residents across Southern California are urged to remain vigilant and monitor the latest forecasts,” the National Weather Service advised. “There is high confidence in strong offshore winds with the potential to be the strongest wind event of the season, especially for the Southland valleys. Trees, large tree branches, and power lines may be downed by the wind….