The Tick fire that was burning out of control on Santa Clarita was being driven by powerful winds that caused the blaze to spread quickly and unpredictably. The fire was pushing toward homes, thanks to winds of nearly 30 mph, hot temperatures and humidity hovering around just 6%, and there was no immediate relief in sight. The National Weather Service said wind gusts could top 60 mph. Keily Delerme, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Oxnard, said the hot conditions were causing the blaze to send up a large plume of smoke. AdvertisementThe National Weather Service had issued a red flag warning for the area that was in effect through Friday evening.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 24, 2019 22:52 UTC