The National Weather Service warns to “stay on guard for a fast-moving fire,” as winds may challenge containment efforts. Follow live updates on the Palisades, Eaton and other fires.

The threat of powerful wind gusts combined with bone-dry humidity in Los Angeles on Wednesday could pose a severe test for firefighters who have been battling to keep monstrous fires in check since last week.

The Auto Fire has burned nearly 61 acres in Ventura, California Monday night and was at 47% containment Tuesday afternoon.

Firefighters say winds between 20 and 30 mph were blowing through the area as they attempted to quell the flames burning in the Santa Clara Riverbed.

The new fire, in Ventura County northwest of Los Angeles, covers 56 acres and is 0 percent contained, officials said.

As wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, leaving thousands displaced and causing widespread destruction, experts urge long-term support and careful giving.

Ongoing wildfires blazing through Los Angeles have scorched more than 30,000 acres, destroyed 10,000 homes and businesses, and placed at least 100,000 residents under evacuation orders. The biggest of the blazes—a fire that lit up the Pacific Palisades,