Photos show wildfire fueled by high winds engulfing coastal homes in Southern California

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18 Oct 2026 • 4:35 AM MYT

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Photos show wildfire fueled by high winds engulfing coastal homes in Southern California

High winds fueled a fast-moving fire that has burned homes in Southern California. Flames engulfed expensive coastal properties and prompted thousands to evacuate.

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Photos show wildfire fueled by high winds engulfing coastal homes in Southern California

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