Impact of Wildfires on Communities

Wildfires in Altadena, California, have devastated local communities, leaving homes in ruins and residents displaced. One resident, Teandra Pitt, lost her home and described the destruction surrounding her, questioning how anyone could live amidst such devastation. Many locals have expressed shock at the destruction and the added trauma of looting during this crisis, with Pitt's own belongings taken from her home while she sought refuge in her car. Authorities are responding to the rampant looting with increased police presence and community curfews to protect the affected areas.