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Experts urge caution, not panic, in response to the research, which raises questions about public health during and after a major urban wildfire.
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Person with ‘history of sleeping on the job’ held critical role during Eaton Fire, complaint allegesAn L.A. County employee makes the allegation in a whistleblower complaint and in interviews about the response to the deadly fire. County officials dispute the allegations.Listen 29:16 -
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Only time will tell how completely nature recovers from the devastating Eaton and Palisades fires in January 2025. But the early signs are at least partially encouraging.Listen 4:12
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Wildlife officials confirmed to LAist the roughly 550-pound animal has left and the crawlspace had been secured.
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The organization says it has cared for more than 1,500 pets and wildlife during the fire and its aftermath.
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The trails were closed after three hikers were found dead and dangerous winter storms passed through the region.
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As urban fires have grown more frequent, so too have recovery techniques for survivors to flex their purchasing power.Listen 3:34
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Community groups helped the arts community rebuild, but those who received aid and those who gave it say the relief system needs work ahead of the next disaster.Listen 0:42
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In the Palisades, a bell was rung 12 times for the 12 people who died in the fire. In Altadena, people call on Edison and insurance companies to provide more support.Listen 0:40
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Misinformation spread quickly after the wildfires in Los Angeles last year. Some of these false narratives on social media had an impact on California policy.
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One year after the deadly southern California Eaton and Palisades fires, many survivors report insurance claim problems.
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A dispute over what happened to a wheelchair user on the third floor raises questions about who's responsible for facility residents during emergency evacuations.
