LA-area wildfires: a year later, fewer than a dozen homes have been rebuilt

The Palisades and Eaton fires on Jan. 7, 2025 were reported to have killed 31 people and destroyed about 13,000 homes and other properties; fewer than a dozen homes have been rebuilt and Los Angeles County has opened a civil investigation into State Farm's practices.

On the first anniversary of the Palisades and Eaton wildfires, communities across the Los Angeles area remain largely flattened. The fires that began Jan. 7, 2025 were reported to have killed 31 people and destroyed about 13,000 homes and other residential properties. Rebuilding has been limited: fewer than a dozen homes have been rebuilt and about 900 homes are reported to be under construction. Key facts: - The Palisades and Eaton fires were reported to have killed 31 people and destroyed about 13,000 homes and other residential properties. - Fewer than a dozen homes have been rebuilt in Los Angeles County since Jan. 7, 2025, and roughly 900 homes are reported to be under construction. - Many homeowners report insurance shortfalls and delays, and Los Angeles County opened a civil investigation into State Farm's practices in November. Summary: Rebuilding remains slow and uneven, with many homeowners still unable to move forward because of insurance and financial constraints. Any legal or regulatory developments from the county's investigation are undetermined at this time.