Eaton Fire Victims Living in RVs One Year Later: Rebuilding and Resilience in Altadena

Life in Temporary Housing

• 🏠 Dozens of RVs and trailers have become temporary homes for fire victims in Altadena, a year after the devastating Eaton Fire.
• 💡 Residents share a common desire to return to Altadena, their home, despite losing everything.
• 🛠️ Many are living in RVs on their burned properties, facing challenges like limited power and water access.

Personal Stories of Resilience

• 💔 Sheila Crystal has been living in her RV for 7 months, preferring it to any other option despite the hardships.
• 🏡 Dave Rex and his wife, who have lived in the area for 30 years, chose RV living on their property to stay close and work on rebuilding.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Gabriel family of five moved into an RV because they couldn't find affordable, large enough housing nearby after the fire.

Rebuilding Permits and Costs

• 📜 LA County's Department of Public Works has approved over 80 permits for temporary housing units in the burn scar area.
• 💰 Obtaining these permits comes with costs, including fees for the RV, temporary power, and sewage, totaling around $1,000.
• ✅ Residents are willing to pay these fees for assurance that everything is up to code and safe.

Community and Concerns

• 💖 Charlotte and Bailey, after living in an apartment outside Altadena, found it crucial to return to their property where they had lived for over 35-40 years.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Matthew and Wendy, with their five children, find the RV provides a sense of normality and convenience compared to being scattered.
• 🤝 They also check on elderly neighbors who are also living in RVs, emphasizing the importance of community support.

Future Outlook and Worries

• 😟 A major concern is the lack of clear plans regarding infrastructure like electricity during the rebuilding process.
• 🏘️ Residents feel out of the loop and worry about Altadena becoming a