In the aftermath of a devastating fire that ravaged Altadena, concerned residents, led by Toni Raines, are seeking clarity on the rebuilding process amidst emotional turmoil. Raines organized a town hall to connect residents with vetted architects and contractors, emphasizing the importance of accurate information for those who lost their homes. With the March 31 deadline for the Army Corps of Engineers debris removal program approaching, more than 5,000 residents have opted for cleanup, yet many remain in temporary shelter, feeling the weight of uncertainty about their future.
The people who lost everything are owed accuracy," Raines, 59, said.
As debris continues to get sifted, foundations to be cleared and guidance to shift, many sheltering in hotels, on air mattresses and in temporary housing wonder how long it will take to rebuild their homes.
After the fire destroyed their home of nearly 60 years, Toni Raines' parents weren't sure they could ever rebuild.
Amid so much anguish, uncertainty and an overwhelming deluge of information, where would they even begin?
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