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Understanding Santa Ana Winds In Southern California

Flags fly under heavy winds before sunset as a plume of smoke from the Franklin Fire rises over the ocean Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, in Malibu, Calif. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes,File)

Santa Ana winds are a common occurrence in Southern California during the cooler months, known for their dry, warm, and gusty nature. These northeast winds blow from the interior of Southern California towards the coast and offshore, moving opposite to the normal onshore flow that brings moist air from the Pacific into the region.

Formation of Santa Ana Winds
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