Six homes burned and two firefighters injured in fast-moving California wildfire
About 6,000 homes under evacuation, affecting 16,000 residents in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano
TL;DR
- At least six homes were destroyed or damaged by the Norte fire in Southern California.
- Two firefighters sustained heat-related injuries and were hospitalized.
- The fire spread rapidly due to wind gusts ranging from 50-70 mph, reaching 570 acres and was 5% contained.
- Approximately 6,000 homes, affecting 16,000 residents, were under mandatory evacuation orders.
- The Henderson fire in San Diego burned 3,132 acres and was 35% contained.
- Santa Ana winds and dry conditions are exacerbating fire risks across the state.
- Power outages were implemented for nearly 62,000 customers in Northern California to prevent utility-sparked fires.