NWS Forecast Office Los Angeles, CA

A series of offshore wind events will lead fire weather conditions to increase into early next week. Light to moderate Santa Ana winds (N-NE) winds are expected to peak through Saturday, with elevated to localized critical fire weather conditions expected in the windiest locations. Winds briefly shift NW on Sunday, then moderate to locally strong Santa Ana winds are expected to develop Monday through Wednesday. Conditions will be very dry, with widespread critical fire weather conditions likely for LA and Ventura Counties. Prepare for fire weather by ensuring you have defensible space and creating a plan in case of evacuation.