Residents affected by Eaton Fire create map to ensure pubic safety in their community
A group of residents affected by the Eaton Fire created a coalition to ensure their community has a safe and transparent public health recovery process.
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Before returning home, Amanda was the morning anchor at CBS News Bay Area (KPIX) in San Francisco. She also served as an evening anchor in Indianapolis, a reporter and anchor in San Luis Obispo, and began her career as a multimedia journalist in South Bend, Indiana.
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A group of residents affected by the Eaton Fire created a coalition to ensure their community has a safe and transparent public health recovery process.
Terri Webb's home is still standing in a neighborhood that was decimated by the Palisades Fire. After more than two months she is ready to return home and help her community rebuild.
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