Hundreds of boulders placed to shield Dana Point homes
By The BriefBrief
Powerful waves damaged multiple beachfront homes in Dana Point, leaving seven residences red-tagged after decks and parts of structures were washed away. About 500 boulders are being hauled in to protect the coast as at least one home appeared at risk of collapsing into the sea.
WHO:Darsha Philips (NBC4 News report); Michael Messina (homeowner); residents of beachfront homes in Dana Point
WHAT:Hundreds of boulders are being placed along the Dana Point coast to protect homes from high surf after wave damage and red-tagging of multiple residences.
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 5:09 AM ET
WHERE:Los Angeles, CA
WHY:Pounding surf and tidal erosion damaged the beachfront homes, prompting placement of boulders to protect against high waves.
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