2025 California Fire Storm

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Rick Caruso is on a mission to expedite recovery and rebuilding following the wildfires.
2025 California Fire Storm

Billionaire Businessman Launches Foundation to Help Rebuild after CA Wildfires

Feb. 4, 2025
Rick Caruso said the effort, Steadfast LA, will expedite the recovery in areas left devastated by the wildfires.
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Jenna Zweig, center, and her parents Stefan, left, and Judy Zweig found out that someone else had applied for FEMA assistance after stealing their personal information.
2025 California Fire Storm

First Their Houses, Now Palisades, CA, Fire Victims Lose Identities

Feb. 3, 2025
Victims, who desperately need assistance, called the fraud rampant as FEMA is allowing people to apply online.
Firefighters applauded as they arrive at Grammy awards, after deadly LA blazes | ABS-CBN News
2025 California Fire Storm

Firefighters who Battled Historic CA Wildfires Honored at Grammys

Feb. 3, 2025
During the ceremony, it was announced that viewers had donated $7 million to the MusiCares Fire Relief.
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The fist-size hole in this Super Scooper's wing caused more than $65,000 damage.
2025 California Fire Storm

Pilot of Drone that Hit 'Super Scooper' over Palisades, CA, Wildfire to Pay $65K

Jan. 31, 2025
The drone put a fist-size hole in the wing of the aircraft which grounded it for five days.
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A view of the burned area of the park across the street from the Altadena Sheriff Station that survived the Eaton fire in Altadena.
2025 California Fire Storm

Los Angeles County Deputies Evacuating Altadena Residents Wondered about Their Station

Jan. 30, 2025
In addition to helping Altadena residents evacuate, deputies also grabbed weapons and equipment from their station.