Nikki Lewis and Anteres Anderson Turner, residents of Altadena, were relieved to find their homes intact after the Eaton and Palisades fires. The fires, which have claimed at least 27 lives, left thousands of structures damaged or destroyed. Despite their relief, residents like Lewis and Turner worry about the future of their community.
For Anderson Turner, returning home to her family’s 1956-era house brought mixed emotions of survivors’ guilt and gratitude. Others like Mike and Sunshine Saddler also felt grateful to find their home standing amidst the destruction. The tight-knit community of Altadena faces uncertainty as residents start to return and clean up, wondering what the rebuilding process will look like and how long the healing process will take.
While some residents are able to go back home, others are still waiting for the green light to return. The future of Altadena remains a major concern for those who call it home, as they fear being forgotten once the news cycle moves on. The community is faced with the challenge of rebuilding and recovering from the devastation caused by the fires.
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