625: Surviving the Unthinkable: Adam Burg's Personal Account of California's Eaton Fire

In this episode of Command Control Power, hosts welcome Adam Burg from CALSO Technologies to share his harrowing experience with the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. Adam recounts the events leading up to the evacuation of his family, the destruction of their home, and their subsequent journey to recovery. He highlights the overwhelming support from the community, the importance of preparedness, and offers advice for ensuring business continuity in the face of natural disasters. The episode provides a detailed and emotional account of resilience and the power of community. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-burg-family-after-the-eaton-fire-in-altadena   00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:23 Adam's Tragic Experience in LA 01:22 Evacuation and Immediate Aftermath 03:10 Community Support and Personal Reflections 04:14 The Fire's Impact on Daily Life 05:07 Realization of the Fire's Severity 06:32 Evacuation Orders and Family Preparations 08:25 The Night of the Evacuation 10:27 Returning to the Devastation 18:58 Cleanup and Recovery Efforts 30:20 Architectural Heritage and Rebuilding 31:45 Life at the Hotel: Initial Experiences 32:56 Community and Support Among Families 34:26 Interactions with Firefighters 35:36 Challenges of Hotel Living 36:43 Emotional Impact on the Family 38:01 Reflections on Community and Support 39:28 Environmental Refugees and Climate Change 41:34 Insurance and Preparedness 47:10 Rebuilding and Client Support 55:00 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts Meet the community trying to save Altadena's history after the L.A. fires

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