Altadena residents who defied evacuation orders struggling to get essentials after Eaton Fire

[@lisa34478]

So, homeless encampments aren’t a law enforcement issue, but donation points are?

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

Bingo

[@shimmer8289]

Very good point. They talk of dangers of staying in a lockdown area. The downtown tent city is fill of danger, staph, needles, knives, muggings and more but 60 million dollars yearly allocated to them. Our fire victims can't get a hamper unless they go to a homeless shelter???

[@eddiel5671]

EXCELLENT COMMENT !!!!!!!!!!!

[@lilli-beth]

@@shimmer8289 they are homeless!!!

[@shimmer8289]

@@lilli-beth there are a number of people inside the lockdown area being starved out becsuse they cant leave to get supplies. Not ALL homes burned. The drug addicts are homeless becsuse in order to be considered for a SRO or apartment assistance they must be clean or on methadone. They CHOOSE the lifestyle. Do you realize more $ ie 60 million year goes to supporting tent city as opposed to fire management. It should be reverse. The city needs to stop being so WOKE

[@corinnetraynor1272]

Hey Jose! Thank you for being so brave and helpful !

[@staaahp7864]

They did the same thing in Lahaina. Held back supplies that were donated from coming into Lahaina. The community and entire island came together to help, supplies ended being boated into Lahaina. I pray for the people affected by the fires in California.

[@cadespencer6320]

They also did that in the hurricane

[@cyndeelou-i1e]

They tried doing that here in here in Western North Carolina..Only time we seen FEMA ..But it didn’t go well for them…Ppl stood up to them and done what they wanted to do not what FEMA wanted them to do

[@threeftr3349]

@@cyndeelou-i1e Unfortunately FEMA only uses FEMA approved vendors. There's some money involved. With regular folks with big hearts who want to help, they re not using FEMA vendors.Their system won't allow that.

[@stacydunning8975]

My god, let these people get supplies and food! They’re not looters, they’re homeowners. It’s their right to be in their homes and they’re assuming any risks. It sounds like they’re peaceful, polite, and caring towards each other, so leave them alone. Drop offs are not hurting anyone!!

[@cruzin54321]

Exactly! And where tf are they supposed to go anyway? There’s a severe housing shortage and THOUSANDS of displaced families!

[@fastm3980]

That's because California wants to bring in investors to see what they can take

[@Refresh636]

@@cruzin54321 They want them out of their homes, and still want to charge them for all their bills (Tax, Mortgage, Insurance, etc)

[@SoundofSilence492]

As an old-timer raised in Florida when hurricane response was 2 weeks or more, the first thing you do when there is any kind of emergency is fill your bathtubs, sinks and every pan available with water while it’s still potable. Always have a couple of weeks of canned goods on hand. Don’t have too much in your freezer (unless you have a solar powered generator). Just old-fashioned survival techniques.

[@MR-dp1mu]

Thank you Jose your a blessing for your neighbors.

[@muzkat101]

Some of these homeowners have faced the worst from the fire and made it, thankfully. But now they face other questionable challenges that seem more like punishment and retaliation.

[@patriciaperry2028]

Like all the COVID restrictions

[@MsHSpring]

@@patriciaperry2028at least covid restrictions made some sense, but these ones???

[@etanneriii]

They made there choice, now they are facing the consequences of their choices. I do not have any sympathy.

[@muzkat101]

@@etanneriii Are you a homeowner?

[@tommydong8070]

@@muzkat101 they stayed to save their home while others lost everything. Who do you think needs the donations more?

[@ericsalazar6712]

It's baffling to see how BADLY Local, and State Government are handling this disaster.

[@joseoncrack]

It's unfortunately on purpose.

[@ReginaRedding]

It's being done on purpose. Happened first with Katrina. Happened in Maui. Happened to Helene victims. Happened again now. Will keep happening.

[@YOVTHWAV]

​@joseoncrackBINGO

[@YOVTHWAV]

​@@ReginaReddingBINGO

[@ericsalazar6712]

@@ReginaRedding CORRUPTION is the word to best describes how things are being handled. I live in Tampa, FL where shortly after Hurricane Helene's destruction Hurricane Milton hit us. Including myself, family, friends, NO ONE that I've spoken to has received FEMA'S assistance. My Dad is 79 yrs. old, and has Statefarm since forever, a tree fell through his roof because of Milton, and caused severe damage to his property they said he was eligible to receive less than $700.00. They sent a representative to look at his property two weeks after the storm, and the Statefarm Rep left out more than half of the damage in the claim report. Now we're fighting for Statefarm to correct the claim, and still no help from FEMA. CORRUPTION

[@tammanyfields3583]

I lived right there in that general area and this is evil. These people cannot trust the powers that be. They want to protect what they have left. People cannot show human decency? they want everybody out plain and simple. The same thing has been on going in North Carolina and East Tennessee. It is freezing and regular folks are being denied the ability to donate directly to people in need. But Southerners don't play that and are doing it anyway. The Amish are building small mini homes and donating them.

[@cherylm2C6671]

The Amish are very good businessmen and have the advantage of 'know thy neighbor' as part of their culture. The moral hazard lies in conspicuous non-communication and 'isolation hunker', which pop-up-freebies seem to encourage by 'charity' churning attendees. Fire is a natural hazard. Informed and cooperative rebuild can happen quickly.

[@tammanyfields3583]

@@cherylm2C6671 True and they are asking for nothing in return.

[@JojoJoget]

Go to evacuation centers and eat free slop.

[@MsHSpring]

This is outrageous

[@MauiNic]

Yes, the same thing happened in Lahaina Maui too

[@amvet_gwot1969]

Residents have a right to protect their property. Depriving them of basic supplies to sustain life is criminal.

[@elsatorres7613]

Not if their putting themselves in harms way, and becoming casualties themselves.

[@elsatorres7613]

I get it if the property is not red tagged. But if it is it's dangerous.

[@Jean-tt6on]

As a Houstonian, I love that y'all's media stations are also getting backup support. I know your local reporters must be exhausted too.

[@PenelopePitstop0078]

Yay❣️Houston here too.

[@qheard87]

THANK YOU GUYS FOR STANDING UP!!! WHO DO WE NEED TO CALL??!?

[@whatsonhermindblog123]

Agree WHO is making these orders????

[@SCORPIUSANCTUM]

The kind of neighbor we all wish we had!

[@melissafigueroa2960]

God help them and keep them safe 🙏

[@melissaandjason]

The only reason for this is to get every single resident out, they don’t want ppl staying behind and guarding their homes. The word “ allowed” should not even be a consideration in a disaster. People need to SURVIVE!

[@YG-fo5rl]

Why would law enforcement penalizing homeowners who are trying to protect their property? If they can show proof that they live where they say they are living they should be allowed to get food supplies or whatever they need to stay safe and keep their property protected. Instead of going after home owners how about going after the criminals out there looting instead?? Seriously a messed up State

[@MsHSpring]

Or the government could organise a food drive and drive around and give essentials to the houses that still remain!!.. considering the amount of devastation, it’s the least they could do

[@quitaulla1569]

Right! ✌️

[@georgewashington3555]

Exactly ... gov trucks can be loading up with donations and going to the homes. offering what they need .

[@beauno83]

Do not COMPLY. Stand your GROUND. Do not get scammed out of your homes.

[@beauno83]

@imbeombe579 that is loser talk :)

[@thirstonhowellthebird]

They absolutely want the land. This is a land grab. They want the money that they can get by rebuilding with giant apartment multifamily homes versus one resident in one home on a large piece of land. It’s disgusting. They want to run people off their land.

[@Fat12219]

Poor people, and they still have to pay 😕 their mortgages n taxes 😢😢😢

[@erikh9991]

There was a lady who stayed behind the fire line to rescue Koi fish that were in private ponds. Hero!!!

[@bbrebozo6417]

The government also cut off supplies in west maui after we had our fire. Locals had to go around the blockade by boat. During the Woolsey fire aftermath there were boat deliveries on paradise cove too. Seems the government places more importance on it being obeyed than on people getting supplies.

[@lunatone3333]

That's what they want. They want to starve them out.

[@victoriawestphal2489]

This is so sad! Thank goodness for Jose! Welcome to what Western North Carolina has been experiencing for OVER 100 days !! Only all of those people lost their homes, and are now in tents in cold weather. But still helping one another.

[@silvieb2024]

😢🙏

[@larrymeyers3940]

LA County Sheriff's are denying these people (and their pets) food and water. WHO made this decision? WHO WILL BE LIABLE if these residents die? WHY would a public agency intentionally ENDANGER the lives of homeowners?

[@GoogleUser-pc6tu]

We need more JOSE’S in this world ❤️

[@RestorationRanchHealing]

Beyond shameful. These people are not impeding the cleanup or other efforts . What a horrific behavior to treat these people in this manner after the trauma they’ve experienced and shameful behaviors !

[@aquamarineblue8690]

Unbelievable

[@iamgabriel5823]

If those homeowners leave, they will NEVER be allowed to go back. Just like Lahaina. They have NOWHERE to go.

[@georgewashington3555]

This is infuriating. News people need to hound people in charge. get them on camera and ask these questions. Name the names.

[@SRR0247]

Because the goal isn't to help homeowners preserve their homes during a land grab.

[@4nature70]

What for a nice caring guy❤ to help the neighbour's

[@Loki-rascal]

I lost my house to a wildfire in Santa Barbara. That was the easy part. Dealing with a myriad of bullshit like this was the hard part. It was a four year long nightmare.

[@jazziez6467]

Don't think I would ever saying losing your house was the easy thing, wow that's crazy to even say

[@Letthemtalkhes]

God bless good neighbors.

[@BarrierIsland]

If they're able to stay in their homes, give them supplies to survive. Most of these residents are going to be living in FEMA trailers in their driveways until the houses are rebuilt. It's a long difficult journey, were still going through it in Florida and North Carolina. May God bring us together again as one Nation...

[@9sheri9]

Why are homeowners being punished??? Shame on govt, LE & national guard. Ridiculous.

[@debimartocci7697]

Frankly I’m surprised they haven’t been forcibly dragged out and arrested for defying a lawful emergency order.

[@10191927]

This is what’s really devastating about these fires, the loss of the infrastructure that would support the community, grocery stores, pharmacies, gas stations, banks, etc. Without being able to buy basic necessities for peoples who homes didn’t burn down, now they’re impacted just as much as someone who lost their home. Such a sad situation.

[@cherylm2C6671]

Go to one of the recovery events that link people to resources. Someone may want to know you are all right, or you may ask attending religious, social or official representatives about recovery for others.

[@Cookieboy70]

Yep, even though some homes were saved, how livable are they now really with having no neighborhood or community anymore? It will look like a wasteland for months filled by rebuilding and construction for years. Sadly, this nightmare is only just the beginning for some.

[@shimmer8289]

What are the national guard doing camped out in a city unaffected. Ive hardly seen them.

[@debimartocci7697]

This wouldn’t be an issue if they had ***** listened to the evacuation orders and left in the first place. They’re more than welcome to leave if they need supplies.

[@kiatupato182]

I would probably be the same. If my home survived the Fire, i would stay. Thats why i make sure i have my emergency kit stocked up. Because once you leave the evacuation area, you will not be allowed to go back in.

[@MarieAlvarez-r5g]

Prayers for these families hope they get all the help they need. 🙏

[@JoseRodriguez-uf3hw]

It is criminal and inhumane to prevent donation points...how shameful...this makes me very upset.

[@moam2799]

Praying for you Jose and others like you.

[@georgewashington3555]

What is wrong with authorities .. why are they pushing people out of their homes? this makes no sense . newscast needs to ask these questions of those in charge.

[@graciekitty6213]

God bless that awesome man!

[@dianerevill7190]

That's disgusting.

[@anjab6266]

Let's Go ABC 7, Put pressure on the City. My Lord there are National Guards there, what can go wrong!!!!!! Unbelieveable with the BS Politics😢🙄😠

[@darkviolet69]

this is some BS! just like the authorities not letting people in to rescue their pets!!! california you have some major questions to answer before this is all said and done!!!

[@popeyesailorman911]

Why people aren't talking about the Head of LADWP making $800,000/year totally in charge of LA's water supply? ✌✌

[@ReginaRedding]

One billionaire couple controls/owns a lot of California's water reservoirs. There's a research video about them.

[@bksundar]

Shhh Liberalism is a mental disorder Pretend to be good by sweet talk. It's all good then... Lol

[@patriciaperry2028]

750000

[@raaawkstaaar]

they are...well, the rational 49 other states! $750K and she goes on tv with wet and frizzy hair?

[@mike8857]

It’s the news not talking about it, that’s the problem.

[@AnarinaTV]

Why are they withholding necessities? This is so sad to hear 😢

[@timlawson817]

This is what happen when you depend on the government .

[@cherylm2C6671]

We the people- in large letters. Let someone know you know you are all right.

[@veliarivera9256]

But wasn't it the government that put out the fire?

[@AlexHop1]

Thank you!

[@JokerSierra]

This disaster is a prime example of how "I'm from the government and I'm here to help" is one of the worst things you can possibly hear.

[@Cindy-n7x]

Good morning. I lost my home and still recovering. Ive been homeless since 2013. Im sober 24 years and got my good health ❤

[@LedByGrace]

You’ve been homeless for 12 years? Are you working?

[@KrustySnax]

You go Cindy! I’ve been homeless about 9 years now. In my car and working full time. Think I’m afraid of becoming homeless and losing everything all over again that I’m just comfortable keeping all my money and going where the road takes me. Home is wherever and I like it that way. 🎉

[@ChillHealTarot]

Sending you love and light healing energy🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️

[@Katy-ne2xh]

California is a right to property state so technically nobody can be forced to leave their property for a mandatory evacuation but that doesn't mean that if one chooses to stay that they can't be restricted to their own property relying on just themselves. Mixed feelings. People died not following evac orders, dangers still aren't secured in the evac zones and there have been plenty of times those demanding to stay have ended up finding themselves in bad situations where they suddenly demand others endanger their lives and save them, not all missing have been located and all the extra movements of extra people in evac zones can hamper efforts of searchers and cadaver dogs to locate people, people want to naturally protect their possessions, etc. That being said, when fire took my small, ag community it was locals who chose to stay and join our few firefighters operating dozers, running water tenders, filling firetrucks and tenders from their wells and reservoirs and even telling firefighters not to worry about their properties because they would take care of them and focus on other areas and we were allowed to work out an organized system where supplies could be passed to them at roadblocks so it seems something should be able to be worked out.

[@kimleone5496]

I understand why the police don't want people coming in because they could open up the neighborhood to looters, but if people have IDs and there's a city / police officer presence at the entrance, couldn't that solve the problem? I think what could be done (in the future) is have a handful of people in the community OR the city leadership to be community reps. These reps could also know who the elderly/disabled are (in each neighborhood) and be the contact to help get these people out when evacuations are called for (they would know who they are).

[@georgewashington3555]

This makes me angry at those people at Check points.. they are getting fed well.. but preventing home owners to get food and water. Disgusting. Who would have a heart to do such a thing. Who are the aholes at those check points doing this.

[@monilove19]

Maybe the newscast members can take some supplies to them

[@Salutimondo]

Maybe the newscaster could have researched the full story and told it from 1 to 10 instead of jumping in at 6. The official explanation is missing. The homes are not habitable if they don't have power and electricity and there would be other dangers. They could also be looting their neighbours homes if they stay in the area.

[@mariazubizarreta]

I evacuated but I can see why you want to stay. The looters are sneaky af. And looters aren't always dudes in masks. Some wear business suits...

[@raaawkstaaar]

I highly doubt anyone is wearing a business suit to loot, they would stand out more than an African American young male wearing an Adidas tracksuit pushing a shopping cart full of Emmy's and Grammy awards!!!! 😂

[@bennyanthro4891]

My condolences to everyone for their loss🙏🏾 That said, go to Santa Anita, apparently the donations and supplies are going strong over there.

[@wk4240]

It's a really tough situation - all around, and for everyone. Hoping many can get what they need to start moving forward. The impacted area, like the Pacific Palisades, is unfortunately toxic and uninhabitable for quite sometime. People who still have a home standing have to take what they can and get out for their own health.

[@GoatPuppet]

Good job. Protect YOUR HOME from Thieves and scammers. In the 94 quake and forest fires I stayed and watched neighbor's too. Used candles, generator, and outdoor bbq to cook. Any flareups which always are possible your ready with hoses.

[@BarrierIsland]

God Bless Jose!!!

[@baltakatei]

The Onion: Police cracking down on sudden explosion in homelessness in LA County.

[@latonjiarenteria1990]

God bless you prayers for you all❤❤❤

[@6ftNaturalBeauty]

I live in NJ and a year or 2 back the forest fires in Canada greatly affected the air quality where I live . Sut and debri was everywhere. On our cars, blacktop, glass tables and in the air. This went on for weeks. School recess was held indoors because it was not safe to go outside and breathe the air. I remember walking to my car and there is a gray haze everywhere. The local gov suggested for people to wear masks outside. Mind you, we are not talking about 15-20 miles away for the fires. Canada is not a stones through away from where I live If one come put two into together, staying in these areas are a safety hazard. If you’re not affected today, you will be affected tomorrow. There are microscopic particles in the air that you are constantly breathing in from these toxic fires. People evacuate.

[@patriciakeever7227]

Same thing happened in N.C. Except we had people who were stranded without food and water. Helecopters owned by civilians came and resucued people after threatened not to go.

[@pugdad1248]

What you do is you don’t take your car. Take off on a bike or walk with a big backpack. Get groceries and whatever you need and jump fences to get around whatever bs perimeters law enforcement sets up

[@deannacodrey4589]

God Bless Them ❤

[@Justadrifterhere]

Crazy how they are talking about the people in California who defied evacuation orders, but the Carolinas nobody said a word.

[@VJAqui]

God bless you Sir

[@Dave-626]

So much for Bass’s promise of removing red tape. Sounds like she is creating a red tape nightmare.

[@immcguyver07]

The reason is clear. Because you didn't follow the order. No one should have been allowed to bring you anything, and you shouldn't have been allowed to leave your home until streets are re-opened. That's how it works in Florida when people defy mandatory evacuation orders for a hurricane.

[@considerthis410]

I can't even phantom what these poor people are going through. This is wrong just like North Carolina 😐 our system is screwed.

[@tammiebroggins]

Thats just sad! Only on America

[@JustBrowsing123]

They don't want you helping they want that area cleared out for LA 2.0.

[@cyndeelou-i1e]

At least the news is airing this ..They didn’t even do that here in Western North Carolina..Ppl still living in tents who lost homes

[@o0o0o0oops]

Bless Jose!!

[@Boywitharocket]

JOSE KEEP UP YOU HIGH SPIRITS AND FAITH IN GOD🙏🏼

[@cherylm2C6671]

Some collection / donation sites are better connected to official aid, who will have posted their locations online. A 'text-freebie' (source unknown) should not isolate you in a live hazard area. Gather essentials items and get to safety. Others may need to know that you are all right. Information most useful to long term recovery is available at one of the recovery sites (Pasadena or Westwood). Religious, social or government organizations and offices may want to know that you are all right. Other correspondents or family members may attend to find or contribute information toward recovery.

[@zie9171]

How on earth is America run? Its incredibly bizarre.

[@quitaulla1569]

Que viva José Gutiérrez! A very good amigo. ❤🎉

[@matrix3904]

Can someone please sue the city

[@bigfishy7816]

Never evacuate! You can always leave but you can’t go back till “they “ say it’s ok

[@patriciaperry2028]

People worry about little Looters for one thing

[@Max_Chooch]

Well, I wouldn't say NEVER evacuate, but yeah, pay attention and use your judgement. I wouldn't have left either.

[@markdc1145]

Disgraceful how these residents are being treated. Who is behind this? The private developers itching to buy up all the land?

[@CanadianRaven-s1p]

They were told to Evacuate.....why would people put themselves in harms way just because they dont want to evacuate....

[@dartisone]

Its their home.

[@anjab6266]

Hello there is No "Major Fire" going at the moment where these people are🙄🙄 It's their Home and Not a Rental 😠🙄

[@Ggollynyc]

There is an abundance of donations outside of the fire zones, GIVE these people some help!!!

[@vidaacheampong2563]

Yes just like we were TOLD 2 weeks to stop the spread...

[@raaawkstaaar]

@@anjab6266 mudslides are occurring due to lost of vegetation, where are these people pooping? No electricity, how are they cooking? Things you have to do to survive an apocalyptic scene could be very dangerous to those refusing to leave esp the eldery!

[@hankrhill324]

I’d be doing the same exact thing in a mandatory evacuation but you can’t expect others to risk staying during an evacuation for supplies. You don’t want a bunch of vehicles coming and going… that’s how looters go unchecked. Everyone CAN stay if they want but they won’t force you to leave. The evacuation is mandatory though so they don’t want people out and about there. Less and less people will heed the evacuation and more people would die

[@RudeBoy77777]

That's why you have all necessary supplies for at least one month in your home.

[@infinidominion]

What did they do wrong........not a question

[@davidto4964]

you need to listen to the government and leave so the new owners can check the place out

[@burtcooper612]

Big brother controlling your life.

[@karadizon4299]

Safety is important

[@patriciaperry2028]

Oh that’s why they allow homeless all over the place with donations for homeless strewn all over California

[@frankiesandoval5064]

@@patriciaperry2028what does homeless have to do with this ? smh. old ignorant lady

[@ThatSlickChick]

UPDATE US & PRESSURE OFFICIALS!!! THIS MAKES NO SENSE!!!

[@nathanielcarreon5634]

Usual non sense from so called authorities.

[@RatfromNadeaust]

This is very unconstitutional! Starving and cruelty punishment is not allowed in US soil.

[@DennisMartinezCalifornia]

National guard is letting them starve wtf 😢

[@MisterMan7516]

There is food, shelter and supplies elsewhere. They are not supposed to be in the area. It is not safe. Why can’t you stupid fucking people get that through your thick skulls?

[@shimmer8289]

I've not heard anything they are doing to help people. They could ship supplies in a truck every day plus water.

[@tommydong8070]

Because those are for people who lost everything, not someone still have a house to go back to.

[@alicemontano5285]

Please someone make Jose a Gofund Me so he can help more people. He's doing the right thing. 💜💚💜💚

[@Castle743]

People staying HOME SHOULD GET HELP!!!!

[@raaawkstaaar]

not when they ignore a mandatory evacuation!!!!

[@user-pn9db8sm5w]

Why was the food drop set up in that location? Was it for first responders or people left homeless? If so, maybe the homeless are now gone so first responders now leave, help station closed. If it was set up for people still living in houses then they shouldn't be closing it. It's hard to belive anyone would stop people still living there from going to a store to buy supplies. If services are off in the area they may be following old laws that might say houses in the city must be connected to utilities, water and sewer. If so, is there a way those restrictions could be lifted during a disaster?

[@thisorthat7626]

It was for people who stayed in the evacuation area to protect their homes. They were allowed to have food dropped off there until four days after the worst part of the fire had burned most of the area. It is inhumane.

[@Anthony-G2G]

they are cutting you off, because you are not listening to their orders.

[@lilianaperales7459]

The same thing happened to NC and no one said anything, but California is now going through something similar, but this time around they should say something.

[@raaawkstaaar]

@@timdisbro6838 that's not true

[@tjCAUk]

Duh

[@lillecitadelle1588]

Why they have problem to get the basic? Just got in the supermarket like you were doing before the fire! All of this complain not make sense! Nothing change! Didn’t have a shortage before the fire so cannot have one today! Keep doing what you were doing before! They lost their house and furniture they didn’t lost their ability to go grocery like they were doing before!

[@Ta_Dow]

It’s burned down 😂😂

[@nydutch1612]

You are absolutely right.

[@greenstrawberry6014]

You mean drive past the National Guard, and if they happen to stop you, you tell them you are going to the store..

[@janetkennally5812]

If you leave your home, in your car, to go get groceries, the guards will not let you get back into your home.

[@thepassionfruitdiariessuzi6978]

The elderly are afraid their homes will be taken away