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Laguna Beach officials allow most residents to return after fire; Morningside and Rancho remain closed

5335436 · July 9, 2025
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Mayor Alex Bernaghi and the city—ire Chief said forward progress of a local fire has been stopped and most residents may repopulate, but Morningside and Rancho remain closed while crews conduct 24—8 hours of mop-up operations.

Mayor Alex Bernaghi said late in the update that most Laguna Beach residents may return to their homes after a nearby fire, but crews are keeping parts of Morningside and Rancho closed as they continue operations.

The Fire Chief told residents that "the forward progress has been stopped" and crews have moved into a mop-up phase that will keep the scene active. "They're putting out all the hot spots. This is labor intensive. It's…

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