Late evacuation orders in Altadena raise haunting question: Could more lives have been spared?
After a report from The Times, officials have called for an external review into delayed evacuation alerts in western Altadena, during the Eaton fire.
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The devastation in Altadena’s historic Black community
The recent fires that ravaged Altadena, California, have left a trail of destruction in a community with deep roots and a rich history.
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Charred earth in California's Altadena as Eaton fire mostly contained
Charred and scorched earth can be seen in the Los Angeles neighbourhood of Altadena after the Eaton wildfire was mostly contained after burning for weeks.
Ben Crump And NAACP Both Sue Southern California Electric For Eaton Fire Victims In Altadena
In separate lawsuits, Benjamin Crump and the NAACP are going after Southern California Electric on behalf of Eaton fire victims.
It Wasn’t Just a Diner. It Was a Hub for Altadena.
The demands of a restaurant were never-ending, and Rena would arrive at dawn to start rolling out the biscuits. The original clientele was racially diverse and stuck around for the roast beef, Salisbury steak, sweet potato pie and banana splits.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' first stop in California: Altadena fire zone
Harris and former Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff met with Los Angeles County firefighters and volunteers distributing free meals in Altadena.
‘These animals are essentially family:’ Horses, sheep and ducks not forgotten in California wildfires amid rescue efforts
People in Southern California are risking their own safety to rescue animals, both big and small, from the wildfires that have killed 27 people and displaced even more after thousands of structures were destroyed.
As fire-fanning winds continue, Southern California readies for potential rain and toxic runoff
A second day of windy and dry conditions is in store for Southern California. Winds have picked up and are expected to continue through Tuesday morning, raising the risk of new wildfires sparking.
Local Real Estate Agent Sues Southern California Edison for Starting the Eaton Fire
On January 20, 2025, a real estate agent from Altadena, California filed a lawsuit (Case No. 25STCV01553, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court) against Southern California Edison (SCE) for damages she sustained
Judge orders California utility to preserve evidence in Eaton fire as lawsuits pile up
More than 20 lawsuits have already been filed against the utility provider. Southern California Edison vowed to remain 'transparent' through the process.
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Altadena Town Council grapples with Eaton fire recovery, rebuilding, in early forum on next steps
Before rebuilding, a two-phase clean-up process must take place. The first, which involves FEMA and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency removing hazardous waste is underway. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will lead the second and more large scale effort of debris removal.
Cracks emerge in House GOP after speaker’s threat to saddle California wildfire aid with conditions
Some U.S. House Republicans in California are breaking with Speaker Mike Johnson over his suggestion that federal disaster aid be coupled with as-yet unspecified conditions on the wildfire-ravaged state.