Firefighters put out the coastal fire that erupted in Laguna Niguel, California, May 11, 2022. /CFP

The fire has engulfed around 809,371 square meters, according to the Orange County Fire Authority in California. /CFP

At least 20 homes in Laguna Niguel were engulfed in flames. /CFP

Evacuations were ordered for people living in the Coronado Pointe and Pacific Island Drive areas as the blaze continued to grow in size. /CFP