California launches civil rights probe into botched evacuations in historically Black Altadena - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
by Grace TooheyFebruary 12, 2026
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta announced an investigation into potential civil rights violations during the emergency response to the Eaton fire. West Altadena, a historically Black community, received late evacuation alerts and few firefighting resources, The Times has reported.
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Originally published on Los Angeles Times on 2/12/2026