Jocelyn Boyd reflects on the devastating impact of the Eaton fire in Altadena, where her childhood neighborhood has been largely destroyed. Many residents, especially Black families, face survivor's guilt as they navigate the aftermath, confronting loss and displacement caused by both natural disaster and historical discrimination. Boyd highlights the significance of the Loma Alta Park pool as a safe haven, while also mourning the changes caused by gentrification and redlining. The emotional toll of the fire resonates deeply within the community, many of whom are now unable to rebuild their homes and lives.
“It will never be the same again because a lot of people are not going to be able to rebuild,” she said.
For her and others who looked like her, the Loma Alta pool served as a refuge from both the lingering racism and the sweltering summers of the small town in the San Gabriel Mountain foothills.
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