The highly contagious outbreak of norovirus has sickened at least 28 people staying at a California wildfire evacuation shelter. Public health officials said the gastrointestinal illness has been detected among a group of people at the Pasadena Convention Center,

Local-government taxes and fees are taking a hit ahead of a costly rebuild. Initial shortfalls are even spreading to bond markets.

Surviving a disaster like the Eaton and Palisades wildfires can take a severe psychological toll, and the county is aiming to provide support for those in shelters and other evacuation settings.

Schools in the Pasadena Unified School District will be reopened in phases over a two-week period in the aftermath of the deadly Eaton Fire.

The funding would help pay for services ranging from shelters for those who have lost their homes and debris removal, among other things.

The blaze has burned just over 14,000 acres near Pasadena. It is 89% contained. This fire has burned 80 acres in San Diego County and is 30% contained. Jacey Fortin The Friars fire burned a few acres in San Diego’s Mission Valley neighborhood Tuesday afternoon,

Insurance providers could charge policyholders a “supplemental fee” if the state’s insurer of last resort runs out of money.

In response, popular memecoin cat in a dogs world (MEW) has pledged a $10,000 donation to the Pasadena Humane Organization to support their emergency efforts. The organization is providing critical care for animals affected by the wildfires, including medical treatment, shelter, and rehabilitation for those in need.

Here is as list of organizations accepting donations and offering to help Southern California wildfire victims.

First came the fires. Then, there was ash and contaminated water. Now, some survivors of the Southern California wildfires are dealing with outbreaks of norovirus and other stomach ailments at a shelter set up to help evacuees.

Eaton Fire initially started 6:18 p.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. Since its discovery 15 days ago, it has burned 14,021 acres. A fire crew of 1,837 has been working on site and, as of Wednesday evening, they managed to contain 95% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.