6 months later, 12 ways the Eaton and Palisades fires changed Southern California
Briefly

Six months after the Palisades and Eaton fires, recovery efforts are underway. Over four million tons of fire ash and debris have been managed, allowing for rebuilding to commence. Various neighborhoods are beginning their recovery despite concerns regarding the return of displaced residents and the health of the environment. By June, more than 145 buyers had acquired homes in previously affected zones, suggesting a revival in land sales. The disastrous events have deeply impacted local communities, resulting in lasting changes that could affect much of Southern California.
Six months after the twin catastrophes that exploded on Jan. 7, residents are slowly beginning to rebuild their lives and properties, with 9,500 properties cleared since the emergency began.
Despite the rebuilding efforts, unsettling questions remain about the future of displaced residents and whether they will return to their neighborhoods, as well as the health of the soil and air.
By June, 145 buyers took ownership of over 220 homesites in the affected fire zones, indicating a potential shift in land sales stemming from the January firestorms.
Even as communities start to recover, the fires have caused lasting changes in areas such as Altadena, Palisades, Malibu, and beyond, impacting the wider Southern California region.
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