Southern California Edison meteorologists expect PSPS conditions to continue through at least early Wednesday morning, if not longer.
The family of an Eaton fire victim is suing Southern California Edison for wrongful death, alleging that the utility company's negligence is to blame for the devastating blaze that killed 59-year-old Evelyn McClendon.
Parched Southern California was forecast to face more dangerous winds on Wednesday but could get some needed rain this weekend, dampening prospects of another round of deadly wildfires while raising the possibility of challenges like toxic ash runoff.
As winds across Southern California are calmer and firefighters are making progress, the threat to the region remains with Santa Ana winds expected to continue.
As crews continue to battle fires across Southern California, residents will also need to brace for the possible winter storm, which may lead to mudslides this weekend.
Southern California was hit by multiple wildfires starting Jan. 7, affecting neighboring Pasadena and Altadena after the fire began in Eaton Canyon. With winds reaching up to 80 mph, three homeowners and a group of volunteers worked together to save homes on Boston Street.
Winds have picked up and are expected to continue through Tuesday morning, raising the risk of new wildfires sparking
A judge on Tuesday approved a temporary restraining order for Southern California Edison to preserve data and equipment related to the area where the Eaton fire started.
Forecasters warn that dangerous winds will buffet Southern California for at least two more days as new wildfires broke out and a pair of major Los Angeles-area blazes burned for a third week.
Southern California Edison has initiated several Public Safety Power Shutoffs in Riverside County due to the elevated risk of wildfires.
As Santa Ana winds returned to Southern California, residents and first responders braced for another day of critical fire weather.