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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #600 on: January 13, 2025, 11:43:10 am »
No one would be stupid enough to take the job if they didn't pay that much, and that shows in the response.                                 pointing-up
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #601 on: January 13, 2025, 11:50:44 am »
Quote from: mystery-ak on January 12, 2025, 09:08:04 pm
Don't forget he was a garbage-man....
Well by being elected he did take out Biden, Harris, Garland, Mayorkas…. :pondering:
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« Reply #602 on: January 13, 2025, 12:33:53 pm »
LOS ANGELES MAYOR BASS WENT TO GHANA TO LEARN HOW TO MANAGE A MODERN CITY, RIGHT?
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #603 on: January 13, 2025, 12:41:43 pm »
News

Jan 12, 2025

Governor Newsom deploys an additional 1,000 California National Guard service members to Los Angeles fires
What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced an additional 1,000 California National Guard service members are joining the all-in state response to the Los Angeles fires.

Los Angeles, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced he has increased California National Guard personnel activated to support the response efforts to a total of about 2,500 service members – up 1,000 personnel from yesterday. CalGuard service members are fighting fires and ensuring the public safety of communities, joining the thousands of personnel deployed to combat the hurricane-force firestorm in Los Angeles.

The men and women of the California National Guard have been on the ground since day one – not only fighting fires, but also assisting with public safety efforts in communities devastated by these fires. We thank them for their efforts to keep our communities safe.

Governor Gavin Newsom


Deployed CalGuard service members include Military Police Forces, the law enforcement branch of the CalGuard, stationed at traffic control points to ensure the safety of the surrounding community. Additional service members are supporting wildfire suppression operations, through the CalGuard’s Task Force Rattlesnake, additional handcrews training at Camp Roberts, and aviation resources.

The increased deployment is expected to be complete by Monday. 

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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #604 on: January 13, 2025, 01:16:23 pm »
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...  The Times notes that building in the Golden State is more time consuming and costly than in most other states, a major factor that has contributed to California's lack of affordable housing. ...

The NYT dared admit this? :thud: :thud: :thud:

Would that Noisome nuked the California Coastal Commission permanently out of existence. Stealing and impinging on property rights has been their purpose from Day 1.
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« Reply #605 on: January 13, 2025, 01:25:15 pm »
Needs that tax base paying taxes ASAP...
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #606 on: January 13, 2025, 01:49:23 pm »
Quote from: GtHawk on January 13, 2025, 11:50:44 am
Well by being elected he did take out Biden, Harris, Garland, Mayorkas…. :pondering:
They are all still there one more week and can do immense damage.
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« Reply #607 on: January 13, 2025, 02:00:27 pm »
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Needs that tax base paying taxes ASAP...
Hey, those wetbacks aint gonna pay their own way.
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« Reply #608 on: January 13, 2025, 02:08:17 pm »
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"We want you to come back, rebuild, and rebuild with higher-quality building standards, more modern standards."


He means "Green".  No gas appliances. No tankless water heaters.  EV charging station in every garage. SOlar paneled roofs for as far as the eye can see.  No fireplaces or stoves that burn wood.   

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« Reply #609 on: January 13, 2025, 02:39:18 pm »
Ah, well then. Carry on.

People don't realize that Karen Bass..  She has ties to communism. She was cutting sugar cane in Cuba.. She’s a solid communist.

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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #610 on: January 13, 2025, 02:50:00 pm »
This alone should be enough for jail time but...
California is being governed by people who have lost sight of the basics of governing … And nothing could be more basic than preventing the burning down of an area twice the size of Manhattan.


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« Reply #611 on: January 13, 2025, 03:44:23 pm »
The only repercussions that Newsome will face is at the ballot box. I'd say his political career took a big hit.
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #612 on: January 13, 2025, 03:45:49 pm »
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They are all still there one more week and can do immense damage.

True ... one more long week and it's anyone's guess what Joe & cronies have up their sleeves.
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« Reply #613 on: January 13, 2025, 03:50:24 pm »
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« Reply #614 on: January 13, 2025, 03:55:08 pm »
Quote from: mystery-ak on January 13, 2025, 03:50:24 pm

https://twitter.com/RealJamesWoods/status/1878901044757111132

Unless the people of CA are completely brain dead, they won't give him another term as governor.
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #615 on: January 13, 2025, 04:17:38 pm »
Quote from: libertybele on January 13, 2025, 03:44:23 pm
The only repercussions that Newsome will face is at the ballot box. I'd say his political career took a big hit.

He's term limited so he won't face the Governor's race again, but I think his hopes for a higher office are gone....
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #616 on: January 13, 2025, 04:25:44 pm »
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He's term limited so he won't face the Governor's race again, but I think his hopes for a higher office are gone....

Thanks for the info.  Agreed, his chances for a higher office are out the window!
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« Reply #617 on: January 13, 2025, 04:28:10 pm »
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Unless the people of CA are completely brain dead, they won't give him another term as governor.

I think he's term-limited out.
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« Reply #618 on: January 13, 2025, 04:37:54 pm »
Quote from: Cyber Liberty on January 13, 2025, 04:28:10 pm
I think he's term-limited out.

You are correct. If we're lucky the new goobernor might be less awful. Probably won't be Karen Bass.
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« Reply #619 on: January 13, 2025, 04:48:03 pm »
Quote from: PeteS in CA on January 13, 2025, 04:37:54 pm
You are correct. If we're lucky the new goobernor might be less awful. Probably won't be Karen Bass.

I would hope that her career is over.
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« Reply #620 on: January 13, 2025, 04:49:02 pm »
Lawsuit filed against company alleging Eaton Fire began over 'failure to de-energize' overhead wires

 A California law firm filed a complaint against the Southern California Edison Company (SCE) on Monday, accusing the energy company of starting the Eaton Fire.

In a statement, Bridgford, Gleason & Artinian said that it believes the Eaton Fire "was ignited because of SCE’s failure to de-energize its overhead wires which traverse Eaton Canyon."

The firm said that it came to the conclusion after meeting with consultants, reviewing SCE's public statements, analyzing video evidence of the Eaton Fire's origin and its own investigation.

The fire reportedly began "despite a red flag PDS wind warning issued by the national weather service the day before the ignition of the fire."

"Our hearts go out to the many victims of this and the other Los Angeles fires," the firm said.
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« Reply #621 on: January 13, 2025, 04:49:59 pm »
California lawmakers postpone special session to 'Trump-proof' state due to wildfires

California lawmakers, on Monday, postponed a special legislation session scheduled for Tuesday to "Trump-proof" the Gold State ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration, due to wildfires devastating the Los Angeles region.

A member of the California Assembly budget office told Fox News Digital the hearing was postponed because of the fires, adding that the chairman of the committee, Assembly Member Jesse Gabriel, is unable to attend the session because he represents areas devastated by the wild infernos.

When asked when the session would be rescheduled before Trump is inaugurated on Jan. 20, the budget office said the new date is still "up in the air."

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« Reply #622 on: January 13, 2025, 05:06:38 pm »
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« Reply #623 on: January 13, 2025, 05:17:29 pm »
Quote from: mystery-ak on January 13, 2025, 04:49:59 pm
California lawmakers postpone special session to 'Trump-proof' state due to wildfires

California lawmakers, on Monday, postponed a special legislation session scheduled for Tuesday to "Trump-proof" the Gold State ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration, due to wildfires devastating the Los Angeles region.
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It was scheduled weeks before the fire, but maybe the Dems realized that legislating anti-Trump measures while LA was suffering wild fires was not a great look.
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #624 on: January 13, 2025, 05:25:38 pm »
Quote from: SZonian on January 13, 2025, 01:25:15 pm
Needs that tax base paying taxes ASAP...


That's the bottom line.
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« Reply #625 on: January 13, 2025, 06:01:19 pm »
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Lawsuit filed against company alleging Eaton Fire began over 'failure to de-energize' overhead wires

 A California law firm filed a complaint against the Southern California Edison Company (SCE) on Monday, accusing the energy company of starting the Eaton Fire.
Arson is a more likely cause, but this, after all, is coming from personal injury lawyers.  *****rollingeyes*****

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« Reply #626 on: January 13, 2025, 06:10:16 pm »
Quote from: mountaineer on January 13, 2025, 06:01:19 pm
Arson is a more likely cause, but this, after all, is coming from personal injury lawyers.  *****rollingeyes*****

Going 3rd world at a rapid rate... Now every time the wind blows anywhere in California they're going to turn the power off... F'ing brilliant... Everyone is going to have to install generators and/or house battery backups...
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« Reply #627 on: January 13, 2025, 06:40:37 pm »
bele postulates:
"Agreed, his chances for a higher office are out the window!"

Nope.
He'll run for the next available Senate seat in DC.
And... win.
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« Reply #628 on: January 13, 2025, 06:44:03 pm »
Quote from: Fishrrman on January 13, 2025, 06:40:37 pm
He'll run for the next available Senate seat in DC.
And... win.
You're probably right. Never underestimate the stupidity of California's Democrat voters.
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« Reply #629 on: January 13, 2025, 06:53:49 pm »
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You're probably right. Never underestimate the stupidity of California's Democrat voters.

Well they just elected Shifty Schiff to the Senate
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« Reply #630 on: January 13, 2025, 06:57:36 pm »
Quote from: mystery-ak on January 13, 2025, 06:53:49 pm
Well they just elected Shifty Schiff to the Senate
I rest my case.  :laugh:
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« Reply #632 on: January 13, 2025, 08:03:07 pm »
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Going 3rd world at a rapid rate... Now every time the wind blows anywhere in California they're going to turn the power off... F'ing brilliant... Everyone is going to have to install generators and/or house battery backups...
Gas generators are going to be hard to come by soon, they've been banned for sale starting in a 2028.
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« Reply #633 on: January 13, 2025, 08:08:31 pm »
Quote from: SZonian on January 13, 2025, 08:03:07 pm
Gas generators are going to be hard to come by soon, they've been banned for sale starting in a 2028.

Banning diesel trucks to bring building supplies won't help either.
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« Reply #635 on: January 13, 2025, 08:22:38 pm »
President Biden, Vice President Harris and Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas attended a briefing about the ongoing Southern California wildfires on Monday.

During the briefing, Biden said that the wildfires were" the worst in history," and added that firefighters were able to prevent the largest fires from moving into the area.

The federal government will cover the costs for 180 days, Biden said, which is expected to cost tens of billions of dollars. He has also activated 500 Marines to help California at this time.

The president also said that officials expect strong wind gusts that could be more fuel for fire. He did not take any questions from journalists at the briefing, but when Harris was asked if her Los Angeles home was OK, she appeared to mouth “so far.”

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell was also at the briefing and said that her agency will reimburse hotel costs for families. She noted that FEMA may deny some applications if adequate documentation is not provided.

Fox News' Sarah Tobianski contributed to this report.
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« Reply #636 on: January 13, 2025, 08:47:29 pm »
Quote from: SZonian on January 13, 2025, 08:03:07 pm
Gas generators are going to be hard to come by soon, they've been banned for sale starting in a 2028.

I didn't know that they were being banned.  Well, there's always solar power.  :shrug: *****rollingeyes*****
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« Reply #637 on: January 13, 2025, 10:54:00 pm »
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« Reply #638 on: January 13, 2025, 11:00:15 pm »
Elizabeth Warren in trouble after using ActBlue to fundraise for California fires

Ross O'Keefe  |  January 13, 2025  |  2:39 pm

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is catching backlash for using ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising platform, to facilitate donations to California charities involved in wildfire recovery.

Warren posted an ActBlue link Saturday on X in support of two California charities but soon received a Community Note saying it “is not a link to charity. It is a link to a Democrat fundraising platform.”

When clicked, the link leads to a page with “Warren for Senate” at the top with descriptions of two charities, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the United Way of Greater Los Angeles, below.

“Your full donation will directly support these two organizations,” the page says.

Donations are in increments of $5, $15, $28, $50, $100, $250, and $500. The $28 amount appears to be a reference to the 2028 presidential election.

The commenters also pointed out that ActBlue collects a 3.95% processing charge on every transaction.

The donation is processed via ActBlue's charity arm, ActBlue Charities. Warren does not appear to be reaping financial benefits directly from each donation, but visitors to the page can click through to her Senate campaign page, where they can donate directly to her.

ActBlue also collects the information of every person who donates, allowing the platform to later use data to provide "information, tips, and offers about ActBlue services."  .  .  .

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/senate/3284748/elizabeth-warren-trouble-actblue-fundraise-california-wildfires/

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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #639 on: January 13, 2025, 11:04:07 pm »
Quote from: IsailedawayfromFR on January 13, 2025, 10:54:00 pm
Source?

Sale of portable gas-powered generators banned starting 2028 under new California law

Stephanie Lin  |  Oct 13, 2021  |  6:17 PM PDT

Sales of certain types of generators will no longer be permitted in 2028, according to a new law passed by state lawmakers this month.  .  .

.  .  .  The new law affects portable gas-powered generators that run under 25 horsepower. These types of generators may be used to power a fridge or other mid-sized appliances.

https://www.kcra.com/article/sale-portable-gas-powered-generators-banned-2028-new-california-law/37954497
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #640 on: January 13, 2025, 11:12:19 pm »
Quote from: Hoodat on January 13, 2025, 11:04:07 pm
Sale of portable gas-powered generators banned starting 2028 under new California law

Stephanie Lin  |  Oct 13, 2021  |  6:17 PM PDT

Sales of certain types of generators will no longer be permitted in 2028, according to a new law passed by state lawmakers this month.  .  .

.  .  .  The new law affects portable gas-powered generators that run under 25 horsepower. These types of generators may be used to power a fridge or other mid-sized appliances.

https://www.kcra.com/article/sale-portable-gas-powered-generators-banned-2028-new-california-law/37954497
Thx.

I note

1. only under 25 hp generators

2. only purchased in CA.

Seems a simple solution is bigger generators or get 'em out of state.
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #641 on: January 13, 2025, 11:47:18 pm »
I have a house in California. It has a 40,000 watt standby generator and is powered by propane. It has a 500 gal buried tank.

I wouldn't be surprised if someone tries to steal it...
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #642 on: January 14, 2025, 09:11:24 am »
 Biden announces $770 payments to California wildfire victims
by Alex Gangitano - 01/14/25 8:51 AM ET

President Biden announced $770 one-time payments for victims of the California wildfires as part of the efforts to provide federal support amid the raging fires.

“We’re not waiting until those fires are over to start helping the victims. We’re getting them help right now, as you all know. People impacted by these fires are going to receive a one-time payment of $770, one-time payment, so they quickly purchase things like water, baby formula and prescriptions,” Biden said in a wildfire briefing on Monday at the White House.

The president said that nearly 6,000 survivors have already registered for the program and $5.1 million has gone out.

FEMA activated its Critical Needs Assistance Program last week, which allows for the initial one-time payment of $770 to survivors to go out, according to a White House official.

The president also said on Monday that there is 14 percent containment of the wildfires in Pacific Palisades, 33 percent containment in Pasadena, and 100 percent containment in Ventura.

Biden announced last week that the federal government will cover 100 percent of the costs of California’s efforts to fight the wildfires for 180 days, which will stretch well into President-elect Trump’s administration after he is sworn in on Monday.

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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #643 on: January 14, 2025, 09:17:14 am »
Belatedly ... Last evening I zoomed in more closely on GoogMaps and saw that Topanga Canyon State Park and Tuna Canyon (state) Park border Pacific Palisades. So it was indeed Goobernor Noisome's California Department of Forestry that failed to clear the brush that fueled the Pacific Palisades fire (despite efforts from LADWP, BTW).

I realize folks have been dumping on Noisome, but I very much dislike false accusations. Also near - and I incorrectly thought, adjoining - Pacific Palisades is a large national recreation area. That would make the US Department of the Interior the ones responsible for brush clearance near Pacific Palisade. That is not the case, BUT, the Eaton Fire (Altadena) and Hurst Fire (Sylmar) started in the Angeles National Forest. So Trump and Noisome both have housecleaning to do: Trump might; Noisome probably won't.
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #644 on: January 14, 2025, 09:41:58 am »
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Biden went from: we’ll cover 100% To: Enjoy your $770, the $500 million goes to Ukraine.
What a timeline we’re living in.
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« Reply #645 on: January 14, 2025, 09:50:25 am »
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We just got word that the democrats in Sacramento are postponing tomorrow's special session to Trump-proof California. Are they finally responding to the public's demand to stop playing politics and focus on the fires, or is this a temporary delay? Too soon to tell...
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Re: LIVE THREAD>>> California Wild Fires
« Reply #646 on: January 14, 2025, 09:56:43 am »
 LA’s Palisades Fire likely caused by humans in hiking area popular with teens: report
By Alex Oliveira   
Published Jan. 13, 2025, 2:10 p.m. ET


The Palisades Fire, the biggest and most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles history, has “human origins” as a likely cause, according to a new report.

Authorities investigating the cause of the fire told the Los Angeles Times that they believe it was started by someone — possibly as an accident, sources told the Times.

Officials noted the trail is popular with hikers and is often used as a hangout by local teens and the fire may have “human origins,” according to the Times.

The area’s an overlook known as Skull Rock on the Temescal Ridge trail in Pacific Palisades. The blaze has consumed nearly 30,000 acres (47 square miles) and destroyed 5,000 structures since it was sparked nearly a week ago.

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« Reply #647 on: January 14, 2025, 10:01:05 am »
Someone had a video of teenage boys running from the area, laughing, right around the time the fires must have started. I thought authorities were trying to identify them.  :shrug:
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« Reply #648 on: January 14, 2025, 10:02:32 am »
Distraught Malibu residents return home as the magnitude of other wildfire-destroyed areas is revealed: PHOTOS

By Alex Mead   
Published Jan. 13, 2025, 5:00 p.m. ET

Malibu residents returned to their destroyed homes, grappling with the devastation left by the ongoing Palisades wildfires. The destruction in other nearby Los Angeles neighborhoods, including Altadena and the Pacific Palisades, has left thousands displaced and homeless.


Fire damaged Eliot Arts Magnet academy auditorium and supermarkets in Altadena, Los Angeles after devastating wildfires, with a person standing amidst the ruins
Inside the burnt down auditorium of the Eliot Arts Magnet academy in Altadena, LA, California.

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