Drew Smith

Los Angeles County Fire Department

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Fire Captain with the Los Angeles County Fire Department

Drew Smith on KCRW

Fire season is upon us. Santa Ana winds, high heat and low humidity mean high fire danger in Southern California.

Fire Season

Fire season is upon us. Santa Ana winds, high heat and low humidity mean high fire danger in Southern California.

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