The American Red Cross is on the lookout for new shelter options because the Pasadena Convention Center has requested that the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires vacate the premises so filming activities can resume as scheduled this week.
At present, the convention center is providing shelter to approximately 300 individuals who were displaced by the Eaton fire, as reported by the Los Angeles Times. The Red Cross has assured that it will continue to provide housing for these individuals until more permanent living arrangements can be arranged.
“Even as the Red Cross is making efforts to fulfill this request, we have a dedicated team of shelter transition experts whose primary responsibility is to pinpoint any obstacles that might hinder the residents of the shelter in progressing to the next phase of their recovery process,” the Red Cross informed the Times.
The convention center plays host to “America’s Got Talent.” There is an upcoming event scheduled at the center on Feb. 12, but it is unclear what the event is for. The NAACP Image Awards will take place at the center later this month on Feb. 22.
“As we approach one month since the devastating wildfires across Southern California, we continue to cut red tape to speed up recovery and clean up efforts as well as ensure rebuilding efforts are swift,” Newsom said in a statement after the meeting. “We’re working across the aisle, as we always have, to ensure survivors have the resources and support they need.”
President Donald Trump said he is working “together” with Gov. Gavin Newsom to help Californians recover from last month’s wildfires. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
“Thank you President Trump for coming to our communities to see this first hand, and meeting with me today to continue our joint efforts to support people impacted,” he added.
