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Malibu to Mark One Year Since Devastating Palisades Fire
Malibu will host a community commemoration on January 7 marking one year since the devastating Palisades Fire that claimed
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Malibu will host a community commemoration on January 7 marking one year since the devastating Palisades Fire that claimed 12 lives and destroyed over 6,800 structures across Los Angeles' westside communities, becoming California's third-most destructive wildfire.
One year after the Palisades Fire destroyed homes and businesses, owners reflect on community support, challenges faced, and hopes for the future. Some have relocated to Venice and Brentwood, while others are working to rebuild in Pacific Palisades and Malibu.
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One year after the
One year after the January wildfire in Pacific Palisades, recovery is driven by community leaders who stepped up where formal systems fell short. From business advocacy to infrastructure planning, neighbors built the recovery architecture themselves.
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Pacific Palisades will commemorate the one-year anniversary of the January 7 Palisades Fire with a ceremony honoring the 12 lives lost. The event on Wednesday includes a flag presentation, procession, and community lunch.
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