Joan Didion described their violence and unpredictability as a reminder of “how close to the edge we are,” and Raymond Chandler remarked about how they “make your nerves jump and your skin itch.” That’s right, the Santa Ana winds are back and ready to unsettle Angelenos—who must just be elated by their timing.

Massachusetts fire departments continue to urge against outdoor burning, with the National Weather Service issuing a Red Flag Warning in the Bay State. As temperatures soar and the wind picks up, state fire officials are battling even more daunting conditions.