# Southern California wildfire engulfs homes, prompts evacuations

https://mins.news/en/item/104067

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-17 03:30 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/17/southern-california-wildfire-engulfs-homes-prompts-evacuation-orders?traffic_source=rss

> The fast-moving Norte Fire in Orange County damaged or destroyed at least six homes and led to evacuation orders affecting about 6,000 homes and 16,000 residents. Strong winds, high temperatures and low humidity are driving the blaze as firefighters work from the ground and air.

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