LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley said the department has staffed all available resources and fire patrols and engines are being strategically placed in the high-fire risk areas of the city.

As firefighters struggle to gain control of massive and deadly wildfires that are raging across parts of the Los Angeles area, the region is once again bracing for the potential of new fires and for current ones to intensify as a new storm system heads for the state.

After extreme winds gusts helped fan the flames of the Palisades and Eaton fires last week, a Red Flag Warning is once again in effect.

Here's a guide to understanding "particularly dangerous situation" red flag warnings, containment, and other terms related to the devastating fires that have left much of the LA area in ruins.

The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions. Winds could reach 65 mph, the NWS warned. NewsNation senior national correspondent Brian Entin shares the latest details.

Critical to extremely critical fire weather conditions will continue for Southern California through Wednesday.