The damage has primarily affected homeowners along Beach Road in Dana Point, with significant structural damage to properties. Nine homes are currently uninhabitable, posing safety risks to residents. The broader Southern California coastline, including Malibu and Long Beach, has also experienced damage, highlighting the vulnerability of coastal areas to extreme weather events. Experts warn that this may be a precursor to more severe conditions as El Niño strengthens, potentially bringing stormier-than-average weather in the coming months.