Wildfire warnings and dangerous surf in store for SoCal as Santa Ana winds return

Southern California is expected to have a hot, windy weekend, with conditions that could raise wildfire danger in parts of the region. High tides and larger waves also bring a risk of coastal flooding and beach erosion, before cooler weather arrives and a wetter period may begin next week.

Santa Ana wind gusts could reach 25 to 40 mph, and 35 to 50 mph in some mountain and canyon areas; temperatures may reach the 80s or low 90s. A coastal flood advisory covers San Diego and Orange counties from Friday morning to Tuesday afternoon, with morning high tides of 7.1 to 7.7 feet. The greatest surf and flooding concerns are forecast for Monday and Tuesday, while widespread rain is considered likely around 13 to 17 November.