Oct 17, 2026Nature97 words1 min read

Wildfire Burns Homes in Southern California

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A big wildfire is burning in Southern California.

The fire is called the Norte Fire. It is in Orange County.

The fire is moving very fast. It has burned some homes.

Strong, warm winds are making the fire bigger. The weather is also very hot for this time of year.

Local leaders gave evacuation orders. This means people must leave their homes now.

The fire is dangerous. People want to stay safe from the smoke and flames.

Firefighters are working hard to stop the fire from spreading.

Many people are worried about their houses and families.

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1. Where is the Norte Fire burning?

2. What is making the fire spread fast?

3. Why did people have to leave their homes?

1. Orange County, California 2. Strong winds and heat 3. An evacuation order

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A big _____ is burning in Southern California.

The fire is called the _____ Fire. It is in Orange County.

The fire is moving very _____. It has burned some homes.

Strong, warm _____ are making the fire bigger.

The weather is also very _____ for this time of year.

Local leaders gave _____ orders.

This means people must _____ their homes now.

_____ are working hard to stop the fire from spreading.

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