How California Will Be Expected to Rebuild After the Camp Fire

California has faced some of the worst devastation due to the 2018 California Camp Fire, so much that they are unsure of exactly how they will tackle rebuilding. This is especially true for the areas that were most affected by the Camp Fire, including the town of Paradise where many lives were lost and structures were burned to the ground.

Today, the President’s Office released information that FEMA wildlife relief could be cut off due to the mismanagement on behalf of the state’s forests. This is not the first time that threats have been made to withhold funding from California until they come up with the proper ways to prevent the wildfires that take the lives of many, cause injuries, and burn properties to the ground. It is believed that the state’s wildfires over the past two years happen due to the environmental regulations that prevent management from taking place.

Unfortunately, this means that many people might lose out on the funding they need to move forward as they work on rebuilding. As of now, FEMA announced that they have released over $56 million to the survivors of the horrific Camp Fire and is working with the state to ensure that debris is completely removed from the town of Paradise, which was almost completely wiped out due to the fires. With nearly 60% of California’s forests being owned by the federal government, the people who have most been affected by the wildfire are suffering in ways that cannot be helped on their own.

The Efforts to Rebuild in California

Today, many people wonder how they will be able to move forward and rebuild following the Camp Fire event. Specifically, Paradise’s vice mayor Greg Bolin has stated that he is going to do what it takes to ensure that all new homes are built up to California’s state fire code. Back in the 60s, many of the homes built in Paradise that were affected by the wildfire were made of wood, which caused them to burn even more rapidly. New buildings could likely be made of flame-resistant materials and include venting in the roofs to make them much safer.

It is possible that they will also ensure that no trees are places along buildings any longer, making it difficult for the fire to reach any homes and businesses in the future. According to research, building homes to fire code is one of the best investments, as it could reduce the risk of them being destroyed by a fire by 70%.

With the investigation into PG&E continuing at this time, it is difficult to say when the matter will be resolved and people will be able to move forward knowing that their damages are going to be handled in a timely manner. Unfortunately, that is something that the future will tell. In the meantime, if you have suffered losses due to perceived negligence on behalf of PG&E, our experienced attorneys at Brady Law Group are here to help. We understand the adverse effects of fires in California, and our experienced wildfire attorneys have handled many similar cases to these in the past. The huge impact the Camp Fire had on California will live with many for years. You have many rights throughout your case and we want to stand by your side. Contact us today for more information at (866) 478-6483.