Rev. Al Sharpton Leads Memorial for LA Wildfire Victims in Pasadena

Rev. Al Sharpton will lead a memorial service and rally in Pasadena next Thursday for victims of the recent Los Angeles County wildfires, which have claimed at least 29 lives and destroyed over 6,000 homes. He will be joined by attorney Ben Crump and other community leaders at First AME Church. Sharpton described the wildfires as a devastating humanitarian disaster, emphasizing the profound loss of homes and lives, and the need for the community to come together to recover and rebuild. A recent UCLA study highlighted that Black residents in the Altadena area were disproportionately affected by the Eaton Fire, which has raised concerns about systemic inequalities in disaster recovery efforts. The service aims to honor those lost and galvanize support for impacted families, many of whom have suffered significant financial and emotional losses. Attendees can expect a gathering focused on mourning and community solidarity amidst the ongoing recovery efforts.