California Wildfires Intensify Amidst Powerful Winds and Evacuations

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A fast-moving brush fire, named the Broad Fire, has burned at least 40 acres and one home in Malibu, California, prompting the closure of the Pacific Coast Highway in both directions. Residents are being warned to prepare for potential evacuations as strong Santa Ana winds exacerbate the fire threat. Meanwhile, a separate 250-acre fire is threatening structures in Ventura County. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for damaging wind gusts in the region.
- Fast-moving 40-acre brush fire in Malibu burns at least 1 home; PCH closed in both directions ABC7 Los Angeles
- Wildfire erupts near Malibu homes amid gusty Santa Ana winds KTLA Los Angeles
- SF Bay Area braces for strongest wind event in years, PG&E to cut power SFGATE
- California faces extreme wildfire risk due to powerful winds and low humidity The Guardian US
- Forecast: Damaging winds, 'extremely critical' fire conditions expected in Ventura County VC Star
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