The absence of a coordinated recovery plan left many fire survivors struggling to rebuild their lives. Vulnerable populations, including those in west Altadena, faced delays in evacuation alerts and resource allocation, raising concerns about equity in disaster response. The lack of formalised sheltering plans and wildfire protective equipment stockpiles exacerbated the challenges. With the region prone to wildfires, earthquakes, and floods, the report warns that these gaps could lead to severe consequences in future disasters.