A red flag warning was put into effect for portions of Los Angeles County beginning at 6 a.m. on Oct. 14, 2026 and remaining active until 10 p.m. on Oct. 16, 2026. The alert cites strong Santa Ana winds, low humidity and high temperatures as the driving factors.
The warning covers the Malibu coast, the Santa Monica Mountains, the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita and adjacent areas of Ventura County.
Officials note that the anticipated increase in wind strength together with dry, hot conditions elevates the risk of wildfires. Red flag warnings are typically issued when weather patterns create a heightened fire danger.