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Palisades fires damaged Will Rogers and Topanga state parks; parks officials describe response and recovery needs
Summary
State Parks described damage from the Palisades fire, noting the loss of historic structures and large-scale impacts to natural and cultural resources; the department is completing damage assessments for FEMA reimbursements and will engage the public on recovery planning.
State Parks officials told the subcommittee the Palisades fire beginning January 7 burned more than 8,600 acres across Topanga State Park and Will Rogers State Historic Park, destroying historic structures and concession buildings and causing significant damage to natural and cultural resources.
"The Palisades fire consumed over 8,600 acres of state park land, resulting in the loss of historic structures, recreational access, concession businesses, and it affected both owners and…
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