Current Context : Recently, experts suggest that Santa Ana winds contributed to wildfires in Malibu, California, highlighting their role in intensifying fire hazards.

About Santa Ana Wind:

• Santa Ana winds are Strong, dry winds originating inland and affecting coastal Southern California and northern Baja California.
• It is named after Southern California’s Santa Ana Canyon.

Cause: High pressure over the Great Basin and low pressure over California’s coast drive winds westward.

Characteristics:

• Heat up as they descend from mountains.
• Low humidity (often below 10%), creating extremely dry conditions.

Seasonality: Occur primarily from October to January.

Impact on Wildfires: Dry vegetation and strong gusts increase wildfire risks and spread.