Orange County homeowners affected by Norte Fire facing issues with insurance

Homeowners in San Juan Capistrano affected by last month's Norte Fire are reporting significant difficulties with insurance providers. Families whose homes survived the blaze but suffered extensive smoke and soot damage are struggling to secure coverage for deep cleaning and temporary housing. Residents report that the California FAIR Plan has been slow to authorize necessary repairs, leaving many families unable to return to their homes while they navigate complex claims processes.