The fires today around Los Angeles have escalated quickly into a major situation that is likely to develop overnight as the high winds increase.
The aerial firefighting effort at Pacific Palisades is being hampered by the strong winds that are being felt across southern California.
While air attack was happening early in the day, the increasing wind speeds have pushed crews beyond their limits, as reported in the Los Angeles Times just now:
Palisades fire 7 Jan 2025, LA Times
The National Weather Service has been clear and consistent about the risk, today and in the lead-up to this event:
An extremely dangerous situation is unfolding in southern California tonight.
Stay aware of your environment and leave immediately if asked to do so by your local emergency officials.
Forecast: Widespread DAMAGING WIND and EXTREME FIRE WEATHER for most of Los Angeles/Ventura… pic.twitter.com/UvYVFhiRrl
— National Weather Service (@NWS) January 8, 2025
