How the Eaton Fire Exposed Tragic Failures in California’s Emergency Response for Seniors
On January 7, 2025, a devastating wildfire known as the Eaton fire swept through California, leading to a chaotic evacuation of senior care facilities in Altadena and Pasadena. This tragic event resulted in nineteen fatalities, with eighteen victims located in west Altadena alone, highlighting an alarming failure in emergency response systems. Investigations revealed that many […]