In the wake of devastating wildfires in the Pacific Palisades and Pasadena/Altadena areas, Los Angeles renters are encountering instances of illegal price gouging. Despite California’s strict laws prohibiting such practices during emergencies, some landlords have significantly raised rental prices, exploiting displaced residents.
The Halpin family of Altadena, California, whose home was destroyed in the recent Eaton Fire, touched hearts worldwide with a viral video of them singing the Catholic hymn Regina Caeli over the remains of their property. The family said their intent was simply to “thank God that we’re safe.”
A California man discovered a family treasure amid the ashes of his burned home following devastating wildfires near Los Angeles. Joshua Kotler and his family escaped the flames with their lives, but their Altadena home was destroyed. Remarkably, they recovered only one item from the rubble: a menorah passed down from Kotler’s grandmother, a Holocaust survivor.
Unauthorized drones caused firefighting aircraft to be grounded over the Palisades Fire near Los Angeles, significantly hampering efforts to contain California's most destructive wildfire, which has already scorched over 21,000 acres and claimed at least 11 lives.
Samaritan's Purse, the Christian relief organization led by Rev. Franklin Graham, is gearing up to send volunteers to assist those devastated by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles County.
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that firefighters from Mexico are coming to assist in combating the raging Eaton Fire, as wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles.
Residents of Los Angeles are demanding the immediate recall of Mayor Karen Bass (D) as devastating wildfires wreak havoc across the city. A Change.org petition calling for her removal has already garnered 59,150 verified signatures as of Saturday morning.
Journalist and commentator Mike Cernovich has made a significant impact in supporting victims of the devastating California wildfires. A prominent voice on the populist right and a resident of Orange County, Cernovich launched a fundraising campaign on the conservative platform GiveSendGo, demonstrating his commitment to helping those in need.
Mel Gibson has revealed that his Malibu home was destroyed in the devastating Los Angeles wildfires while he was in Austin, Texas, recording an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience.
Adam Carolla, comedian and podcast host, is among the many Californians displaced by the devastating wildfires sweeping the state. From his temporary hotel room, Carolla shared his thoughts on how the fires could have broader political implications for California.
