A rare "particularly dangerous situation" red flag warning is in effect for much of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties Monday night through Tuesday as powerful Santa Ana winds intensify. Threat level: The National Weather Service and local law enforcement are urging residents to be prepared to evacuate should any wildfires ignite,

Windy and dry conditions are expected to linger Wednesday in Los Angeles County, a day after a round of destructive Santa Ana winds battered much of the region, fueling a massive brush fire in Malibu and raising fears of additional blazes across the Southland.