Powerful winds and low humidity raise wildfire risk as blaze erupts near Malibu

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California was lashed by powerful winds Wednesday that fed a fast-moving wildfire near multimillion-dollar properties along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu as forecasters warned of the potential for “extreme and life-threatening” blazes.
Los Angeles County Fire Department crews scrambled to contain the wildfire near Malibu's Broad Beach as authorities shut down the famous seaside roadway. Residents were urged to shelter in place while aircraft dropped water on the 40-acre (16-hectare) Broad Fire. Fire officials said two structures burned.