Livelihoods taken in an instant when Altadena residents lost both businesses and homes
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Carrie Meyers expressed deep sorrow over the loss of her home and pet shop, emphasizing the absence of the community she grew up in, and remarked, 'If my pet store survived, I couldn't stay in business, because no one is living there. Everyone's gone.' This highlights the destructive impact of the Eaton fire not just on structures, but on the very fabric of the community.
Janet Lee reflected on the devastation caused by the Eaton fire, sharing the loss of her parents' house and a long-standing neighborhood restaurant. She noted the painful reality that 80% of her restaurant’s customers lost their homes, leading her to question the future: 'How do you rebuild when your whole community is shattered? I really hope that people stay.' She underscores the obstacles faced by those attempting to resume normal lives after such widespread destruction.
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