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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ap Correspondent

What are California’s Santa Ana winds that are fuelling Palisades fire?

Palisades fire: Firestorm spanning 3,000 acres engulfs celebrity neighborhood - (AP)

Santa Ana winds are common in Southern California during cooler months. Here’s a look at the often-fierce winds that topple power lines and trees and can turn a spark into a raging wildfire:

What are Santa Ana winds?

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