Surf batters Dana Point homes; balconies ripped off
By The BriefBrief
Powerful surf generated by the remnants of former Hurricane Marie battered beachfront properties in Dana Point, damaging several homes and prompting red-tagging. Crews worked Wednesday to prevent additional damage, including one home where the entire balcony was reportedly torn off.
WHO:Homeowners in Dana Point; local crews responding to coastal damage
WHAT:Powerful surf damaged multiple beachfront homes and led to red-tagging; at least one balcony was ripped off.
WHEN:Sep 9, 2026
WHERE:Dana Point, CA
WHY:The surf was generated by the remnants of former Hurricane Marie battering the Southern California coast.
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