Los Angeles County sues Southern California Edison
Los Angeles County has announced that it is suing Southern California Edison, alleging that the utility’s equipment sparked January’s Eaton Fire, which destroyed more than 9,400 structures and killed 17 people in the Altadena area. Statement from LA County In a statement from LA County, they said: “The lawsuit seeks to recover costs and damages sustained […]
Los Angeles Firefighter/Paramedic performs at NBA All-Star Game
Dennis Rodriguez, a Los Angeles City, CA Local 112 Firefighter and Paramedic with the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), sang the national anthem at the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, held at the Chase Center in San Francisco on February 16 2025. Los Angeles City, CA Local 112 Firefighter and Paramedic, Dennis Rodriguez’ statement Dennis Rodriguez commented […]
Broad coalition urges Los Angeles to rebuild using Chapter 7A building code
As the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and the broader Los Angeles community continue to reckon with the toll of the January 2025 wildfires, a broad coalition of housing, fire science, insurance and policy experts has urged Los Angeles to rebuild using Chapter 7A building code. This group has written a letter to Gov. Newsom, Senate and Assembly leaders, Los Angeles Mayor Bass, Supervisor Kathryn Barger and the Los Angeles County Board of […]
Los Angeles fire fighters supplied fresh meals by catering business
Lindy Xenidis, owner of Lindy Lu’s Kitchen catering and her husband Phil X, guitarist for Bon Jovi, are providing fresh meals to Los Angeles firefighters with their Hero Drops program, as reported by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). Hero Drops, a volunteer-run initiative, has pivoted to delivering hot, nutritious meals to frontline workers across Southern […]
EPA conducts largest wildfire hazardous waste cleanup in Los Angeles County
EPA mobilizes largest wildfire cleanup operation The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is conducting the largest wildfire hazardous waste cleanup in its history, following severe wildfires in Los Angeles County. According to the EPA, it has completed reconnaissance at 6,022 properties affected by the Eaton and Palisades Fires. The agency has removed 80 electric vehicles […]
Examining Los Angeles’ aging fire hydrants after Pacific Palisades blaze
Outdated hydrants in Pacific Palisades affected firefighting efforts According to a report by the New York Times, firefighters in Pacific Palisades encountered aging hydrants with limited water flow as they attempted to contain a fire that ultimately destroyed thousands of homes and resulted in 12 fatalities. Many of the hydrants in the area featured only […]
Ultra-low-cost housing planned for Los Angeles wildfire victims
Foundation announces housing project for displaced residents The Lotfi Zadeh Foundation has announced a plan to develop ultra-low-cost housing centers for victims of the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. The fires have destroyed over 12,000 homes, leaving thousands of residents struggling to find accommodation in a market already experiencing a severe housing shortage. The foundation’s […]
Grammy Awards 2025 honor Los Angeles firefighters for wildfire response
Los Angeles Firefighters recognized at Grammy Awards for wildfire efforts The 2025 Grammy Awards, held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, highlighted musical achievements while also paying tribute to firefighters who responded to recent wildfires in the city. The event included a dedicated moment for the firefighters, who received a standing ovation on the red […]
JM Eagle contributes $1.5 million to Los Angeles wildfire recovery efforts
JM Eagle provides funding for fire response and recovery JM Eagle has donated $1.5 million to wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles, with funding directed to firefighter and first responder support. The company allocated $500,000 each to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, the California Fire Foundation, and the Los Angeles Police Foundation. The donations […]
Los Angeles hosts FireAid concert for wildfire relief funding
FireAid concert raises funds for wildfire recovery in Los Angeles FireAid took place in Los Angeles on January 30, with musicians performing to raise funds for communities affected by the Palisades and Eaton wildfires. The concert was held at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome, with a livestream switching between venues. Billy Crystal, who lost […]
