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From Los Angeles Times: L.A. firefighter testifies that Lachman fire was not fully put out when crews were ordered to leave

https://www.aol.com/articles/l-firefighter-testifies-lachman-fire-025351144.html

L.A. firefighter testifies that Lachman fire was not fully put out when crews were ordered to leave

A Los Angeles firefighter said in sworn testimony that he sounded the alarm about the inadequate mop-up of the Lachman fire — and was blown off by a captain ...

AOL

KellyAnn Romanych (she/her)Feb 26

If you’re a landlord or tenant affected by the 2025 #EatonFire or #PalisadesFire and #windstorm events or any other emergency financial hardships, you may be eligible for financial assistance

The deadline to submit an application is Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:59 PM PST.

More info can be found in the link or by calling:

(877) 849-0770 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PT 
#LosAngeles #RentRelief #Altadena #Pasadena

https://www.lacountyrentrelief.com/

AI6YR Ben Feb 19

"The City of Malibu has completed an independent After-Action Review (AAR) examining how emergency operations were managed during the 2024 Franklin Fire and the 2025 Palisades Fire. The City’s AAR will be presented to Council at the City Council Meeting on March 9, and the Public Safety Commission Meeting on April 1.

The report focuses on the City’s emergency management and Emergency Operations Center processes, including coordination, communication, evacuation, and operations during the emergencies. The AAR is an independent report prepared by Witt O’Brien’s, a nationally recognized emergency management and disaster response firm commissioned as part of the City’s commitment to transparency and accountability, and to continuously apply lessons learned from past disasters to strengthen planning and improve response to future incidents. "

https://malibucity.org/DocumentCenter/View/37295/FINAL_-PUBLIC_Malibu-AAR_-2526

#FranklinFire #PalisadesFire #Malibu #AAR

KellyAnn Romanych (she/her)Feb 18

LACDMH will operate two walk-in centers: #EatonFire Collaborative (540 W. Woodbury Road, Altadena 91001) & #PalisadesFire Collaborative (15247 La Cruz Drive, Los Angeles 90272)
services include: individual & family counseling, crisis stabilization, support groups, case management, wellness activities, & linkage to additional resources
Both centers will initially be open from 9 a to 6 p, M-F
Residents may also call (833) 659-0600 to speak to a #mentalhealth professional
https://dmh.lacounty.gov/blog/2026/02/lacdmh-continues-offering-mental-health-support-to-fire-impacted-residents-through-state-partnership/

LACDMH Continues Offering Mental Health Support to Fire-impacted Residents Through State Partnership - Department of Mental Health

LACDMH, in collaboration with the California Department of Health Care Services’ CalHOPE Program, has received a SAMHSA Emergency Response Grant to provide mental health and supportive services through June 2026 […]

Department of Mental Health

AI6YR Ben Feb 17

City of Los Angeles: "LAFD: EVACUATION WARNING EXTENDED for possible debris flows in effect from Tuesday until further notice. Prepare for possible evacuations in the Palisades Fire area due to a storm with heavy rain. lafd.org/alerts Source: 200277,LA City Public Alerts," #PalisadesFire #wildfires

AI6YR Ben Feb 16

City of Malibu - Feb 15, 2026 6:57PM

MALIBU STORM UPDATE: 2/15 – Evacuation Warning for the Palisades Fire burn area starting Sun, 2/15, 9PM due to potential mud & debris flows from forecasted rain starting late night Sun. Heaviest rain Monday afternoon through the night.

Residents in the burn scar area should GET SET for possible evacuations. Prepare loved ones, pets, and essential supplies. Those needing extra time to evacuate should consider leaving early.

This is for Evacuation Zone MAL-C111, from Topanga Beach Dr westward to Carbon Beach Terrace).

Topanga Canyon Blvd will be closed from PCH to Grand View Dr starting Sunday, Feb. 15, 10PM.

#CAwx #rain #Malibu #PalisadesFire

AI6YR Ben Feb 14

Uh oh

#EAS #WEA for Los Angeles: LASD: 2/14/26 12PM - Evacuation Warning for PALISADES FIRE burn scar area starting Sunday February 15 at 9PM due to possible mud or debris flows. GET SET for possible evacuations near Sunset Mesa, Malibu and Surrounding Areas. Gather loved ones, pets and supplies. Those who need more time evacuating should consider leaving now. More at ALERTLA.ORG.
Source: Public Alert System #CAwx

#PalisadesFire #wildfires #CAwx #rain

AI6YR Ben Feb 14

"Governor Newsom Expands Mortgage Relief Program for One Year to LA Fire Survivors "

"...Through Governor Newsom’s expansion of the state’s CalAssist mortgage relief program, disaster-affected homeowners now qualify for up to 12 months of mortgage assistance, a four-fold increase from the previous three-month limit, with support available up to $100,000.

As part of the state’s ongoing recovery efforts, the expanded program, announced February 12, provides greater financial relief to eligible homeowners impacted by the 2025 LA fires and other qualifying disasters. Homeowners who previously received three months of assistance may qualify for additional support, bringing total relief to a full year.

The program now covers up to $100,000 in total assistance, up from $20,000, with payments made directly to mortgage servicers...."

https://www.malibucity.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/2032

#PalisadesFire #EatonFire #wildfires #recovery