California Bracing for High Winds, Increased Wildfire Danger
Potentially powerful winds combined with dry weather are raising the threat of wildfires in California.
State firefighters say they are preparing for potential extreme fire weather early in the week.
The National Weather Service has issued warnings for increased fire risk across a swath of northern California on Monday.
Weather Service meteorologist Keily Delerme said Saturday that increased fire risk in Southern California will run into Tuesday.
Wind gusts in the mountains could reach 60 mph, and up to 50 mph in valleys and coastal areas.
Meanwhile, the humidity could dip as low as 5 percent.
State firefighters are adding additional staff.
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