By FNC Meteorologist Janice Dean “The Weather Machine”

The winds are starting to die down now across Southern California, however we’re still going to see warm temperatures and low humidity over the next few days until a trough moves into the Pacific Northwest and breaks down that stubborn ridge of high pressure.  Take a look at this satellite image from Nasa showing the billowing smoke from the Sayre and Freeway Complex (formerly known as the Triangle Fire) taken yesterday.  It’s truly amazing - and the air quality is going to suffer obviously over the next few days.

Photo courtesy of Nasa

It has been so tragic watching the video, and the pictures come in from these fires that have destroyed so many homes and livelihoods.  You never can quite get used to seeing the devastation.  My heart goes out to all those suffering right now, and the brave firefighters who continue to risk their lives for others.

Also wanted to give a shout out to Casey Stegall and Adam Housley who are doing some amazing reporting out there on the front lines.  

Talk to you later!

By Janice Dean “The Weather Machine”

Hey Guys!

Well, as you’ve no doubt heard, we have a terrifying situation in Southern California.  Winds across Montecito Hills last night were gusting past 70 mph, and a huge wildfire has erupted overnight destroying at least 100 homes in the region.    You may have heard Adam Housley mention them as “Sundowner winds,” which is a localized term for offshore winds like the Santa Anas.   They are typically strongest at sundown (hence the name) or sunset.   The location of High Pressure and the topography of the region around Santa Barbara (mountains stretch from east to west) help to localize these fierce winds.  The Sundowner Winds also are a precursor to Santa Ana winds, and that is certainly the case as we head into the weekend.  Ventura and LA Counties are going to be the bulls eye for a strong and potentially very damaging wind event today and tomorrow with gusts of 70 mph plus, along with low relative humidity and soaring temperatures.  This will be a very dangerous time for Southern California.

(Photo Courtesy of Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

By Ashley Dvorkin, FOX News entertainment producer

Kid Rock doesn’t need to yell “what’s my name” anymore… we know.

We also know he’s an artist coming off an incredible summer with his album “Rock and Roll Jesus” climbing the charts, and he seems to be on a constant tour. So, let’s just say he’s not the easiest one to catch up with — but we finally did! (many thanks to his great publicity team!)

I can brag that I was probably well qualified for this interview being familiar with his music since my brother blasted it from across the hall (date omitted) but let’s just say a long time ago.  So with his gold shades in tact and as laid-back “rocker-cool” as you’d expect, i jumped right in to talk about his tour and album plans and his famous live show (he runs around the stage playing every instrument and now… every genre!)  Plus, we got into how he fits right into the country world and Nashville scene (although still very loyal to Detroit!).  And on a side-note, I’ve been hearing the past couple days about some impromptu shows he gave at downtown bars. So yeah, I’d say he’s right at home here!

Time to say goodbye to music city, but what a sweet note to end on right?
Rock on.

By Ashley Dvorkin, FOX News entertainment producer

Carrie Underwood takes a third in a row win as Female Vocalist of the Year - proving my theory that American Idol really has taken over this town! She had her mom and aunt with her so it was a really special night. Rascal Flatts, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney - all winners too - probably not surprising.

We sat in the backstage media room for a little while in our one-on-one room and first to show was Darius Rucker who came after his performance - solidifiying his place in this country music world even further and then… it was wait time.

Followed by the rush of stars!

Carrie Underwood sat with us to talk about how special the win is because she and her team have worked so hard this year! Brad Paisley talked about that emotional moment when he ran up to his wife Kimberly Williams Paisley in the audience when he won (the entire media center had a collective “aww”)…
Kenny Chesney came back to join us too to talk about his winning streak, playing some impromptu shows in town, collaborating with all different kinds of artists, and maybe taking some time off soon before he hits the road next year for a tour!

Overall an exciting night for Nashville, and of course for those of us just visiting too!

By Ashley Dvorkin, FOX News entertainment producer

The Rascal Flatts vocal group of the year winner just came back to talk to the press - I like how they mentioned its easy to harmonize because they can basically sense what the other is going to do next… their equation for success I guess!
Lady Antebellum who won the new artist award is back here now and country newbie Darius Rucker is on his way back! We talked to him out on the carpet but… there are always more questions!

Stay tuned for more!