Southern California Braces for Extreme Wildfire Risk with 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' Warning

The National Weather Service issues a rare PDS alert ahead of predicted life-threatening wildfire conditions starting early Tuesday.

The National Weather Service has issued a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' (PDS) warning for Southern California, effective from 4 a.m. Tuesday, citing extreme wildfire risks.
PDS warnings, originally developed for tornado outbreaks, are now being used to communicate urgency for other severe weather events, including wildfires.
The warning highlights the potential for life-threatening conditions fueled by Santa Ana winds, which have historically exacerbated wildfire outbreaks in the region.
Meteorologists emphasize that the PDS designation is intended to heighten public awareness and prompt immediate action during extreme weather events.
This marks the latest instance of a PDS alert being issued for wildfires, following similar warnings in November and December of last year in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.