Norte Fire burns 570 acres in OC, 50% contained

The Norte Fire ignited Friday morning in San Clemente and burned 570 acres, reaching 5% containment overnight while damaging or destroying six homes in nearby San Juan Capistrano. Ground and air crews continue actively battling the blaze, which temporarily hospitalized two firefighters for heat-related injuries, with California securing a FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant to guarantee ongoing federal support.