A home in Lakeport was heavily damaged and two others suffered extensive damage after a fire in the 100 block of S. Estep yesterday afternoon. The fire spread quickly to nearby wildland and began threatening other structions. In less than half an hour, three homes were on fire, including homes on Lakeview Street near the Lake County Courthouse and Second Streets. Lakeport PD evacuated homes on Estep, First, Second, Lakeview and Crawford streets. An in-county strike force was called in and air support from Cal Fire was also requested. By 3:40 forward progress of the blaze was halted. Investigation into the cause is underway.