Los Angeles wildfire recovery enters second year as frustrations grows
One year after two major wildfires tore through Los Angeles County, recovery remains slow and uneven. Many residents in the Pacific Palisades and Altadena are still waiting to rebuild as frustrations grow over delays and displacement.
One year after two major wildfires ignited hours apart in Los Angeles County, recovery efforts remain slow and uneven. The Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire burned for weeks, killing 31 people and destroying more than 16,000 buildings. Many homeowners are still waiting on permits to rebuild, while others face contaminated or unlivable properties. In the Pacific Palisades and Altadena, residents mark the anniversary with rebuilding efforts, memorials, and protests, as frustration grows over delays and displacement.