LA County red flag warning starts Thursday for ‘extreme fire

Climate & Environment LA County red flag warning starts Thursday for ‘extreme fire risk’ potential Cato Hernández covers important issues that affect the everyday lives of Southern Californians. Published October 14, 2026 at 1:28 PM PDT Los Angeles County and U.S. Forest Service firefighters at the Bouquet Fire near Castaic on Oct. 4, 2026. ( Kayla Bartkowski / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images ) One year ago, Congress defunded public media. Now that we're 100% community funded, please become a sustaining member or increase your existing membership today. Topline: The National Weather Se

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