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Southern California firefighters are slowly reclaiming territory as Santa Ana winds die down, bringing relief to communities that endured a brutal blaze last week. The Norte, Bryson and Henderson fires, which once spread rapidly under gusts of fifty to seventy miles per hour, are now shrinking as the wind subsides. However, meteorologists warn that the region’s first rains could create new hazards, such as flash flooding and mudslides, especially in steep, recently burned terrain. The state’s emergency officials have increased water‑rescue teams and are monitoring rainfall patterns closely. Residents in Ventura and Los Angeles counties are urged to stay alert, as the combination of dry soils and sudden precipitation can trigger dangerous landslides. Meanwhile, the National Weather Service continues to issue advisories, reminding the public that the fire season’s threat remains high.

By Nathan B. | JQJO News