An excessive heat warning was issued Saturday for Southern California’s inland and desert communities, with triple-digit temperatures forecast through next week, bringing an elevated fire risk to some areas, according to the National Weather Service.

Portions of Los Angeles County, including Palmdale and Lancaster, as well as smaller towns in the San Gabriel Mountains and the Antelope Valley, can expect to see temperatures of 100 to 110 degrees. The warning is in effect through 10 p.m. Wednesday.

Heat warnings were also issued for mountain areas of Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, and for desert communities in the Inland Empire such as Victorville and Apple Valley.

In the Central Valley, high winds and dry conditions have added to worries of fires. Pacific Gas and Electric said thousands of customers, mainly in the Fresno area but also Sacramento and Bakersfield, could lose electricity on Saturday in a power shutoff plan to prevent wildfires.

In L.A. County, Angeles National Forest has been a particular area of fire concern.

On Friday afternoon, a wildfire broke out in the Fork area of the forest and has since spread to 330 acres. More than 200 personnel from federal, state and county agencies were on the scene Saturday battling the fire with “lots of air tankers and helicopters,” said Angeles National Forest spokeswoman Dana Dierkes.

The Fork wildfire was “0%” contained as of Saturday morning, she said. “Vegetation is very dry, it’s been very hot,” Dierkes said, adding that officials hoped to extinguish the blaze as quickly as possible.

Two people were treated for potential smoke inhalation, Dierkes said, and recreationists were evacuated from the East Fork of the San Gabriel River and from the parking lot area at the East Fork Trailhead. Residents have not been evacuated at this time.

The East Fork area is a popular destination for hiking and camping, and many have been going there to cool off from the hot weather in L.A. But those looking to access the river through East Fork will find the road has been closed so crews and equipment can have a clear path to fight the fire.

Farther east, closer to where Angeles National Forest meets the San Bernardino National Forest, some 300 firefighters are still battling the Vista wildfire, which has scorched almost 3,000 acres on the south side of Lytle Creek. As of Saturday morning, that fire was reported as 83% contained, according to the interagency information website InciWeb.

Between July 1 and July 11, there have been 38 wildfires within and surrounding Angeles National Forest, Dierkes said.

Separately, a fire ignited Friday afternoon in Palmdale located north of East Avenue Q & 35th Street East. The so-called Deer fire, affecting about 270 acres, has been fully contained, according to California officials.

LL Cool J is ready to part ways with his Encino estate.

The actor and rapper has placed his Los Angeles home on the market for $5.2 million in partnership with Debbie Bremner, an agent affiliated with the Santa Monica office of Coldwell Banker Realty.

The 6,048 square-foot home boasts five bedrooms and 5½ bathrooms.

“Completely gated for privacy in the prestigious enclave of Royal Oaks, this newer architectural gem sets a new standard of elevated living. Designed to exceed the expectations of the most discerning buyer, this home is more than a residence; it’s an experience,” Bremner said in a statement.

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The home features a semi-open floor plan, with the living room and formal dining room next to each other in one oversize room. The living/dining room is lit up during the day with plenty of natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows. 

Just steps away is the chef’s kitchen, fully equipped with everything necessary to host the ultimate dinner party. Once inside the kitchen, guests will find a double oven, microwave, wine storage, a drink fridge and a bigger refrigerator.

The expansive living room and dining room have floor-to-ceiling windows. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

The chef’s kitchen features a double oven. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

In addition, the kitchen features plenty of counter space, including a large center island, and a breakfast nook.

Adorned with high-vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors, the living room has a staircase that leads to the home’s lower level.

The lower level features a second living room. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

The downstairs area has direct access to the backyard. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

Once downstairs, guests are greeted by a second living room, fitted with additional cabinetry and storage space and a second small drinks fridge. 

The downstairs also features floor-to-ceiling windows, bringing in natural light, as well as sliding glass doors that provide direct access to the backyard.

The primary bedroom features enough room for additional seating and a fireplace. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

The home’s primary bedroom boasts enough space for a few lounge chairs, which can be placed in front of the electric fireplace.

Attached to the primary bedroom is the ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. The large bathroom features a sizable standing shower, a vanity and a spacious soaking tub.

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The primary bedroom features an ensuite bathroom with a vanity and soaking tub. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

The primary bedroom features a sizable walk-in closet. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

While the primary bedroom and one powder room are found upstairs, the remaining four guest bedrooms and the remaining four full bathrooms are found on the lower level. Each of the bedrooms have windows with views of the backyard, with one boasting direct access to the yard.

The backyard features lush green grass, a built-in barbecue, an outdoor dining area, cabanas and outdoor seating surrounding the large pool. The property also includes a pool house and spa.

The guest bedrooms are located on the lower level of the home. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

The backyard features a grassy area, a pool and a built-in barbecue. (PlanOmatic / Fox News)

The home also features an attached two-car garage.

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SACRAMENTO – California’s high-speed rail program is being showcased at the California State Fair.

There you can get an up-close look at what the trains will look like and decide for yourself if the project will be a benefit or a multi-billion dollar blunder.

For the first time, a replica of a California high-speed railcar is on display at this year’s California State Fair.

“The train itself is about a foot wider than a traditional Amtrak train,” said Melissa Figueroa, a spokesperson for the high-speed rail. 

The exhibit is an effort by the state to highlight the electric train program.

“Our train will go Los Angeles to San Francisco 220 miles an hour in under three hours,” Figueroa said.

Voters approved building high-speed rail in 2008 but since then the program has fallen behind schedule and now costs billions over the original budget.

“It is a change and change can be difficult, however, I would say that we are making tremendous progress every day,” Figueroa said.

This week, two new rail overcrossing were opened in Fresno County but there’s a lot more work to complete.

“You have to get all of the infrastructure done first, you have to move utilities you have to work with the landowners you have to build all of these massive structures,” Figueroa said.

The first phase will run from Merced to Bakersfield, so how could people use high-speed rail to get from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

“You can take rail from sacramento or the Bay Area into that Merced station and do a cross-platform transfer to high-speed rail and go south from there,” Figueroa said.

Many people checking out the exhibit say it might make them fly less. But some wonder if it will ever be fully built.

Last December, the project received $3 billion from the federal government to continue construction.

The first 171 miles of track are scheduled to open in 2030 at the earliest.