Why Los Angeles Needs to Clear Downed Power Lines Need Before Residents Can Return

Why Los Angeles Needs to Clear Downed Power Lines Need Before Residents Can Return

Why Los Angeles Needs to Clear Downed Power Lines Need Before Residents Can Return

01/16/25

“Why does LA need to clear downed power lines before residents can return?”

The January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires have wreaked havoc across the communities and infrastructure of Southern California. One of the biggest consequences has been the downing of powerlines. Electrocution can ensue if electricity is turned on before these are cleared. This is Why Los Angeles Needs to Clear Downed Power Lines Need Before Residents Can Return.

Why Los Angeles Residents Who Want to Return to Their Homes Must Wait for a Toxic Material Search

Why Los Angeles Residents Who Want to Return to Their Homes Must Wait for a Toxic Material Search

Why Los Angeles Residents Who Want to Return to Their Homes Must Wait for a Toxic Material Search

01/15/25

“Why do Los Angeles residents who want to return to their homes must wait for a toxic materials search?”

Many Los Angeles residents want to return home as soon as possible. However, hazardous materials may be present in the home, so Los Angeles County has declared that anyone who wishes to return must be assessed and removed by EPA. This is Why Los Angeles Residents Who Want to Return to Their Homes Must Wait for a Toxic Material Search.

Wildfire Containment

Wildfire Containment

Wildfire Containment

01/14/25

“How can we contain a wildfire?”

Wildfires continuously spread unless they run out of fuel or are actively stopped. The first step in ceasing wildfires is to contain them. This involves removing fuels from the burn perimeter, stabilizing the front. This is how Wildfire Containment works.

If you need help or would like to provide help Black Altadena/Pasadena families hurt because of the LA fires, please check out the Displaced Black Families Altadena & Pasadena Mutual Aid Directory for resources

Why Los Angeles Should Densify Urban Housing for Wildfire Resilience

Why Los Angeles Should Densify Urban Housing for Wildfire Resilience

Why Los Angeles Should Densify Urban Housing for Wildfire Resilience

01/13/25

“Why should Los Angeles densify the amount of urban housing for wildfire resilience?”

Los Angeles is experiencing rent gouging with the ongoing wildfires. The tight housing supply makes it more difficult for people to find appropriate housing at an affordable rate. But if the city densifies its urban housing stock, it can create more vacancies away from fire zones that people can move into in times of crisis. This is Why Los Angeles Should Densify Urban Housing for Wildfire Resilience.

If you need help or would like to provide help Black Altadena/Pasadena families hurt because of the LA fires, please check out the Displaced Black Families Altadena & Pasadena Mutual Aid Directory for resources

Why The State of California Should Prioritize the Rebuilding of Altadena

Why The State of California Should Prioritize the Rebuilding of Altadena

Why The State of California Should Prioritize the Rebuilding of Altadena

01/12/25

“Why should the State of California prioritize the rebuilding of Altadena?”

The wildfires sweeping Los Angeles have decimated humungous swaths of the metropolitan area. Altadena, a town in the San Gabriel Valley region, is one of the most affected places. Altadena is a diverse, dynamic community that’s long served as a cornerstone of the region’s Black American population. Altadena was one of the few places in Los Angeles County where Black Americans could receive a home mortgage during the redlining era, allowing it to hold a multigenerational Black American community. On January 7th, 2025 around 6:30 pm Pacific time, the Eaton fire started in Altadena, and spread over the city. Over 7,000 structures have been destroyed and the entirety of the town was evacuated. Given Altadena’s significance as a home for these communities fleeing racist state abuse, California should be obligated to rebuild Altadena. This is Why The State of California Should Prioritize the Rebuilding of Altadena.

If you need help or would like to provide help Black Altadena/Pasadena families hurt because of the LA fires, please check out the Displaced Black Families Altadena & Pasadena Mutual Aid Directory for resources

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Los Angeles Evacuation Centers

Los Angeles Evacuation Centers

Los Angeles Evacuation Centers

01/11/25

“Where can Los Angeles wildfire evacuees take shelter?”

The Los Angeles wildfires are the most destructive in the city’s history. Thousands of people have lost their homes and need to find somewhere to live. Luckily, the city has provided shelters for residents to stay at to meet their needs. These Los Angeles Evacuation Centers can be found at this site here.

If you need help or would like to provide help because of the LA fires, please check out the Mutual Aid LA Network for resources

Why Los Angeles Rents Will Likely Increase Because of the January 2025 Fires

Why Los Angeles Rents Will Likely Increase Because of the January 2025 Fires

Why Los Angeles Rents Will Likely Increase Because of the January 2025 Fires

01/10/25

“Why will Los Angeles rents likely increase because of the January 2025 fires?”

Los Angeles is experiencing some of its most devastating fires ever. Up to tens of thousands of people have faced displacement. Not only are many of these peoples’ homes destroyed, but they will need to find a new place to live. Since many evacuees may have to wait a few years before their homes are rebuilt, they’ll have to obtain rental housing in Los Angeles. This will decrease the available rental stock and increase demand, leading to higher prices. This is Why Los Angeles Rents Will Likely Increase Because of the January 2025 Fires.

If you need help or would like to provide help because of the LA fires, please check out the Mutual Aid LA Network for resources

Why Homes in Los Angeles Will Likely Have Higher Insurance Premiums Now

Why Homes in Los Angeles Will Likely Have Higher Insurance Premiums Now

Why Homes in Los Angeles Will Likely Have Higher Insurance Premiums Now

01/09/25

“Why will homes in Los Angeles likely have higher insurance premiums now?”

Insurance rate premium amounts are in proportion to perceived risk. The ongoing (as of writing) fires devastating Los Angeles is making the market appear more risky for investors, thereby raising insurance rates. This is Why Homes in Los Angeles Will Likely Have Higher Insurance Premiums Now. California policymakers and financial institutions should act quickly and implement reforms to help the people of Los Angeles.

Pod Mapping for Disaster Mutual Aid

Pod Mapping for Disaster Mutual Aid

Pod Mapping for Disaster Mutual Aid

01/08/25

“How can we visualize who we can rely on for mutual aid?”

When disaster strikes, whether it’s wildfires in Los Angeles or genocidal invasions in Gaza/Ukraine, people will need mutual aid. However, organizing whom you can rely on can be quite daunting. This is where Pod Mapping for Disaster Mutual Aid comes in. Pod mapping starts with drawing a circle representing yourself. Around this circle will be more circles representing people you trust you can rely on for essential services. You will then communicate with these people what services you can provide and how you will all work together. From here, you will make plans and draw out more potential contacts and larger mutual aid groups you can rely on. 

For more information regarding pod mapping, you can visit Rebel Sidney Black’s guide here.

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