If a large fire swept through Del Mar and the surrounding area, would homes located near or within the Wildland-Urban Interface burn quickly?
Del Mar is adjacent to and located on hilly terrain with very dense fuel loads, similar to that of Malibu and Laguna Beach area. The climate, geography and topography create a severe wildland fire danger. The recommendation by the California State Fire Marshall’s office to designate certain areas as “Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone” indicates a significant wildland hazard. Due to fuel load, hilly terrain, accessibility and wind-driven embers, numerous homes could be consumed by fire in a short time period.
