Gusty Dry Winds Prompt CAL FIRE To Be On High Alert - Central Coast News KION/KCBA

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. -- With gusty dry winds forecasted for Southern California, CAL FIRE has increased its staffing and is urging the public to be extra cautious.

The Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning throughout much of Southern California for high winds with gusts of 60 mph along with low humidity lasting through Saturday.

According to the CAL FIRE director, much of Northern and Central California have received significant rain, but Southern California remains very dry and the potential for large fires still exists.

Extra firefighters and equipment will be made available to respond to new wildfires during this wind event, but CAL FIRE reminds residents to be extremely cautious while outdoors in order to help prevent accidental wildfires from starting.