Strong Winds Threaten to Further Fuel LA Fire: 'Risk of Explosive Fire Growth'

los angeles - Firefighters in Los Angeles are preparing for a new round of powerful winds that could further fan the wildfires in and around the city.

Firefighters in Los Angeles are gearing up for a new bout of strong winds that could exacerbate the wildfires in and around the city. On Monday, wind gusts of 80 to over 100 kilometers per hour are expected, with even stronger winds set to arrive before sunrise on Tuesday and peak on Wednesday, officials said. The winds are expected to push the existing fires further to the south and west.

Thousands of firefighters are battling at least four extensive wildfires in and around Los Angeles. The largest fire, dubbed the Palisades Fire, has scorched over 9,300 hectares according to ABC News. At least sixteen people have perished in the fires, with more than 12,000 buildings already destroyed or damaged by the flames.