The ferocious Santa Ana winds that helped fuel the deadly wildfires around Los Angeles are forecast to ease later Wednesday, but they may return.

Red Flag Warnings remain in effect through Friday evening for much of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, the National Weather Service said.

Strong wind gusts are blasting Los Angeles. Here's what to know about Santa Ana winds and why it's so windy.

Powerful Santa Ana winds are returning to the Los Angeles area this week, worrying officials as they work to contain multiple large wildfires.

The Santa Ana winds are notorious for being hot, dry and dusty, but the quality that really defines these 'devil winds' is their direction.

The Los Angeles haven’t spread in nearly a week, but the return of the Santa Ana winds to full strength could cause problems.

Although the Santa Anas are a routine part of life for people living in southern California, the winds are particularly violent and destructive this time around, experts say.

Strong winds are fueling wildfires in California, with gusts reaching more than 50 mph early Wednesday.

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