Filipinos in Southern California were advised to be on alert against wildfires as "red flag" warnings were in effect over parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties until Jan. 15. A red flag warning indicates dry and windy conditions that could lead to the "rapid spread of wildfires,

A red flag warning has been issued through Wednesday in Southern California because of potentially dangerous fire conditions. The National Weather Service issues red flag warnings when threatening wildfire conditions are more likely.