Forecasters Warn of Potential Fire Danger in Mountains Around Malibu

The return of triple digit temperatures and gusty winds could cause elevated fire danger next week in the mountains around Malibu, according to the National Weather Service.

A fire weather watch could be issued between Sunday to Tuesday, when temperatures above 100 degrees and wind gusts between 20 to 30 mph are expected in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, forecasters warned.

Starting Sunday, a high pressure system will move in, bringing temperatures in the 90s to the coastal areas, including Malibu, and well above 100 degrees inland.

In the valleys, temperatures could reach 107 degrees in some areas, and will likely approach or break records, the NWS reported.

If a red flag warning is issued, Paul Morra of the Corral Canyon Fire Safety Alliance said he and other members of the community will be on alert.

"Arson Watch members will certainly be out in full force if and when a Red Flag is declared," Morra said.

-City News Service contributed to this report.