Los Angeles Fire Chief: Do not use fire for heating and seek shelter! – Mehr News agency RCO News Agency
According to the Mehr News Agency, quoted by the Associated Press, the dangerous winds that the American Meteorological Organization predicted a few days ago for yesterday (Tuesday) in Southern California and the areas under the shadow of the fire, were not strong enough to disrupt the operation to contain the massive fire in Los Angeles, but then From this break, Southern California firefighters are preparing for another round of wildfires.
The National Weather Service has extended its severe fire warning until 3 a.m. local time today after forecasted winds did not reach dangerous levels until yesterday evening.
Red flag warnings from Central California to the Mexican border will remain in effect until late this evening as firefighters battle two large blazes that have claimed at least 25 lives.
The American Meteorological Organization wrote in a message on the social network: “The danger has not been resolved yet.” Winds today were weaker than expected but a stronger swell is forecast for tonight into tomorrow.
Although the new round of “Santa” winds AnnaIt won’t blow as hard as last week, but it’s still capable of sending burning ash miles away and sparking new fires.
More than 77,000 customers have lost power in the areas affected by the fire, and electricity distribution companies are cutting power in a planned manner to prevent new fires.
Karen bassThe mayor of Los Angeles and other regional officials, who have been heavily criticized for their initial response to the fires, have expressed confidence in the region’s readiness to deal with a new threat.
Anthony maroonThe L.A. County fire chief said winds are not expected to be as strong as last week but could still ground firefighting aircraft.
He also asked homeless people to avoid lighting fires for warmth and seek shelter!
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