Southern California wildfires force evacuations as strong winds fuel flames
publishers 18articles 25first reported 10 Oct, 18:49 UTCdeveloping since 11 Oct · 13 editions
Multiple wildfires burned across Southern California, forcing thousands of people to evacuate and damaging homes as Santa Ana winds, low humidity and unusually high temperatures increased the risk of rapid fire growth.
In Malibu, the wind-driven Bryson Fire grew to about 200 acres and prompted evacuation orders and warnings. KTLA reported that the blaze threatened about 100 structures.
Farther south, the Norte Fire began in San Clemente and was pushed by wind into San Juan Capistrano. Deutsche Welle reported that it had burned about 465 acres and affected at least four homes, citing the Orange County Fire Authority. Fire crews attacked the blaze from the ground and air, while authorities urged people to avoid the area. The Orange County Register reported the fire was 5% contained.
Forecasters recorded mountain wind gusts of 50 to 70 mph, while coastal and valley locations saw gusts of 35 to 55 mph. The National Weather Service warned of a high risk of large fires and rapid growth in Los Angeles and Ventura counties and in mountain and foothill areas of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties.
Authorities also cut electricity in some areas to reduce the danger of wind-driven electrical sparks, leaving thousands without power.
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