All articles tagged with #fire recovery
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A Concert for Altadena marked the first anniversary of the Eaton fire with performances by local and national artists to raise funds and support for the community's recovery, highlighting resilience, ongoing rebuilding efforts, and the importance of community and arts in healing.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The New York Times
Despite a devastating wildfire in January that killed 19 people and destroyed many homes, Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena, California, survived the flames and wind, and the community came together to restore its iconic holiday lights, symbolizing resilience and hope amid rebuilding efforts.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
Six months after Los Angeles experienced its worst firestorm, signs of recovery are emerging with debris removal and rebuilding efforts underway, but the community continues to grapple with profound loss, ongoing investigations into the fires' causes, and legal battles involving utility companies and insurers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Good News Network
Ancient California redwoods in Big Basin Redwoods State Park have defied expectations by sprouting new growth from their blackened trunks after a devastating fire. Scientists were initially concerned about the trees' ability to recover, but a new study reveals that the redwoods utilized stored energy in their roots to power new buds that had been dormant for a long time. The discovery challenges the traditional understanding of tree metabolism and offers hope for the survival of older trees in the face of climate change and other hazards.