Santa Ana winds continued battering parts of the Southland Wednesday, with temperatures expected to rise slightly above Tuesday’s levels, when some heat records were shattered. A red flag warning of critical fire conditions will remain in effect until 6 p.

Santa Ana winds, also known as offshore winds, blow dry air from inland areas toward the coast, pulling moisture from trees and brush and making them more flammable.

The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for parts of Ventura County due to gusty winds and very low humidity.

Southern California faces critical fire weather conditions this week as a combination of unseasonable heat, bone-dry air and gusty Santa Ana winds elevates wildfire risk across the Los Angeles region.

Temperatures are expected to warm up this week for the Los Angeles Basin as the Santa Ana winds head to the region, according to the National Weather Service.

The 'Heat Advisory in California' brings dangerous highs, fire risks, and urgent safety advice for LA, the Inland Empire, and Orange County as Santa Ana winds sweep the region.