In the two decades following the turn of the millennium, wildfires came within three miles of an estimated 21.8 million Americans’ homes. That number — which has no doubt grown substantially in the five years since — represents about 6% of the nation’s population, including the survivors of some of the deadliest and most destructive fires in the country’s history. But it also includes millions of stories that never made headlines. For every Paradise, California, and Lahaina, Hawaii,...| Heatmap News
How many different ways are there to say “go”? In the emergency management world, it can seem at times like there are dozens. Does a “level 2” alert during a wildfire, for example, mean it’s time to get out? How about a “level II” alert? Most people understand that an “evacuation order” means “you better leave now,” but how is an “evacuation warning” any different? And does a text warning that “these zones should EVACUATE NOW: SIS-5111, SIS-5108, SIS-5117…” eve...| Heatmap News
More people were displaced by wildfires between the start of this year and the end of July than in all of 2024. Globally, the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre puts the number around 496,000 wildfire displacements — more than half of which occurred in Los Angeles County during the Eaton and Palisades fires in January. “Displacement,” of course, can mean many things, and often in the case of wildfires, “most people can return quickly” once the danger has passed, the IDMC writes...| Heatmap News
Share: Last week, Southern California Edison (SCE) held a series of public feedback sessions regarding their newly proposed Wildfire Relief Compensation Program for victims of the Eaton Fire, which killed 19 people and destroyed over 9,000 structures. Four sessions were held in total: two virtual sessions over Zoom, and two in-person workshops. The last session took place on Monday, September 29th, in the gymnasium at Loma Alta Park in Altadena, where capacity for the event overflowed far bey...| PCC Courier
The Lachman fire in the Palisades ignited days before the Palisades fire. Even then, it prompted suspicion that it led to the catastrophic Palisades fire.| Press Enterprise
The Lachman fire in the Palisades ignited days before the Palisades fire. Even then, it prompted suspicion that it led to the catastrophic Palisades fire.| San Bernardino Sun
An obscure drafting wrinkle in current state law is impeding local governments from springing into action after disasters.| Legal Planet
Los Angeles County has reached a major milestone in its ongoing efforts to support households impacted by the Eaton and Palisades Fires. Through the LA County Household Relief Grant Program,…| Los Angeles County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs
The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) has begun disbursing funds through the LA County Household Relief Grant, a program designed to provide timely financial assistance…| Los Angeles County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs
How to spot and report human trafficking in Los Angeles County Wildfires and other disasters leave more than just physical destruction behind. Beyond the loss of homes and property, vulnerable…| Los Angeles County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs
On Wednesday morning, we packed things that were important: old photos, the...| Mutha Magazine
Disaster Updates Updated as of Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. PT Palisades Fire As of Wednesday, January 15, at 4:12 p.m. PT, the Palisades Fire has burned 23,713 acres since igniting last week. The fire perimeter has expanded ...| CrisisReady
Picking up the pieces after a natural or man-made disaster can be difficult for all consumers. It can be particularly challenging for tenants and landlords. What happens to a lease…| Los Angeles County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have disrupted the lives of thousands of residents, workers, and businesses. As recovery efforts continue, workers must stay informed about the protections and resources…| Los Angeles County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs
