Norte Firedestroys Homes Prompts Evacuation
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“EVACUATION ORDERS HOMES DESTROYED IN NORTE FIRE IN ORANGE COUNT”
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San Clemente's median home value tops $1.2 million.
With hundreds of homes in evacuation zones, the Norte Fire threatens one of Orange County's priciest coastal communities. California wildfires destroyed over $13.5B in property in 2023 alone, per the CA Dept. of Insurance.
Rebuilding a fire-destroyed CA home now costs $400K–$900K+.
Post-wildfire rebuilding costs in California have surged due to labor shortages, strict building codes, and material costs. Many homeowners find their insurance coverage falls far short of actual reconstruction expenses.
