I really enjoyed meeting @gwenstefani & her family. One of our 10 inaugural Hall of Fame Inductees. She inspires girls everywhere, dreaming of a better future, to be more than what the world expects from “Just A Girl.” There’s “No Doubt”your influence is felt in Orange County. 🌸
back in the 7-1-4 days, i’ll always be an Orange County girl ♥️ thank you to the County of Orange for the incredible honor + induction to first ever the Hall of Fame !! gx
Today, I joined Orange County Fire Chief McGovern and @KatrinaFoley to survey the damage from the Norte Fire.
Seeing the devastation firsthand is heartbreaking, especially for the families who lost their homes or were forced to evacuate. My own family was among those evacuated, and I know how grateful our community is for the extraordinary work of our firefighters and first responders.
Their heroic efforts prevented this fire from being far worse.
As recovery efforts continue and crews prepare for potential rain and debris flows, we remain committed to helping those impacted.
To every firefighter, first responder, and local official who helped protect our community: thank you.
Are you ready for the rain? ☔
Rainy season is approaching, and now is the time to prepare. From checking drainage around your home to gathering emergency supplies and locating sandbags, a few simple steps now can help you prepare for wet weather.
#NorteFire Update
Containment has increased to 50%. A total of 467 firefighters remain assigned, working to strengthen containment lines and extinguish hot spots.
#NorteFire Evacuation Update
• San Clemente Zone 13: Full repopulation. Residents may return home.
• San Juan Capistrano Zone 10: Partial repopulation, limited to the Stallion Ridge community, San Juan Hills High School, and the landfill off La Pata. >>>
The largest civilian aerial firefighting fleet is heavily engaged in the wildfire fighting in Southern California.
Here’s a @CAL_FIRE tanker fighting the #NorteFire right now.
#NorteFire Incident Update
Crews worked throughout the night to attack the fire and strengthen containment lines. The fire remains at 570 acres and is now 5% contained.
As reported yesterday, six homes have been damaged or destroyed. The cause remains under investigation.
#NorteFire evacuation shelters:
• San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano
• San Clemente Community Center, 100 Calle Seville, San Clemente.
If you are under an evacuation order, leave now. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
#NorteFire evacuation shelters are available at:
• San Juan Capistrano Community Center
25925 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano.
• San Clemente Community Center
100 Calle Seville, San Clemente.
If you are under an evacuation order, leave now.
The fire is at 50 acres at this time. Structures are threatened. Crews are aggressively attacking the fire from the ground and air. Please continue to avoid the area.
#NorteFire
@goOCTA UPDATE: Service resumes with speed restrictions and inspections after each train movement. Significant service delays are expected and work continues.
This afternoon, continued high tides impacted our rail line signal system and brought debris onto our tracks, causing temporary closures of the Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner trains. Crews are making progress clearing debris -- passengers should anticipate ongoing delays.
The OCTA Board approved funding to continue providing free OC Bus rides to youth 18 and younger, support zero-emission buses and OC Streetcar operations, and help improve water quality across Orange County.
[9/2/26 at 4 p.m.] Caspers Wilderness Park is closed due to the #GibbyFire. This includes the closure of the campgrounds. Visitors with questions about campsite reservations can call the park office at (949) 923-2210 or the O’Neill Regional Park office at (949) 923-2260.
ROAD CLOSURE DUE TO FIRE: SR-74 (Ortega Highway) is closed Eastbound at Gateway in Rancho Mission Viejo and Westbound at Grand in Lake Elsinore. It is unknown at this time how long the closure will last. Please use alternate routes.
I just received an update from @OCFireAuthority - #GibbyFire is currently at 450 acres now. They have a robust response on land and in the air. Follow @OCFireAuthority on instagram (o the story) & X for regular updates. Please avoid the area.
The Gibby Fire is approximately 150 acres. Crews are attacking the fire from the ground and the air (INCLUDING FIREHAWKS, FIXED-WING AIRCRAFT, HAND CREWS, & DOZERS), with additional resources en route. No homes are currently threatened.
Please continue to avoid the area.
We cut the ribbon on the “Laguna Canyon Road: Protect & Connect” project this week. By under-grounding utility lines, we protect a critical evacuation route, canyon wildlife, and the road home for 36,000 daily commuters. https://t.co/wBnheRKZPb
Heartbreaking but hopeful meeting tonight in @LaderaRanch Great to see so many residents show up. We will continue to advocate for state health investigations into environmental factors, plus elimination of the use of unnecessary unhealthy toxic pesticides/herbicides.
Hundreds of Ladera Ranch residents demanded answers and a broader investigation after reports of multiple young people connected to the community developed Ewing sarcoma. https://t.co/AyXSg5MSh7