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Dana Point declares local emergency after at least 16 homes are damaged by strong surf
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Grace Toohey , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· September 10, 2026
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Key points At least 16 homes have been severely damaged. The damage is attributed to Hurricane Marie.
Strong surf and coastal flooding have caused significant damage to beachfront homes. The damage is attributed to Hurricane Marie. At least 16 homes have been severely damaged.
A local emergency has been declared in response to the damage. This declaration is a result of the severe impact of the strong surf and coastal flooding on the homes.
Further details about the situation are available from the source, including the city where the damage occurred and the extent of the damage caused by Hurricane Marie.
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Category: safety Published: September 10, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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