Orange County Laguna Niguel Coastal Fire Claims 13 Homes, As Strong Winds Fan Flames In High-End Areas

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The wealthy communities surrounding Laguna Niguel, Calif. are under a fire threat tonight, as high winds have caused a brush fire to explode to more than 200 acres in early evenig.More than a dozen homes overlooking the ocean in Laguna Niguel were burning, and nearby communities are preparing evaculation orders if the so-called “Coastal Fire” progresses.Laguna Niguel is one of the most expensive cities in Orange County, boasting a median household income of $108,537 as of 2019.

The typical home value is $1,294,837, per Zillow, but may homes near the beach can be much more expensive.The fire broke out Wednesday afternoon between Laguna Niguel and Laguna Beach near a water treatment plant, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.

Around 5 PM, the first was at 30 acres, but ballooned to more than 200 acres just an hour later. Hot embers entering attics pose a particular problem for firefighters.New and returning series on broadcast, cable and streamingSeries that made it or didn’t make it in 2021-22Broadcast networks’ fall lineups and schedules