November 9, 2023 - National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center Officials report as of 2:00 A.M.: Within the last 6 hours, Critical fire weather conditions have been observed at 6 observation sites across southern California.

The LAX/TPH gradient is currently -9.3 at 06Z , down from a peak of -10.5 at 03Z. Expect this gradient to maintain into the morning hours before starting to relax by late morning.

Expect Elevated fire weather concerns to wane by this evening as the gradient continues to weaken.

Some dry and breezy conditions are expected across the northern Plains/Upper Midwest this afternoon, but fuels remain moist in this region and therefore, no fire weather highlights are necessary.


Source: NWS