MalibuMayor Doug Stewart addressed his citys response to the devastating Palisade Fire that ravaged the region last week.

Read the letter in full below.

Its an opportunity to hear updates, ask questions and learn more about ongoing recovery efforts, he wrote.

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Any claims or offers to provide such a permit are false.

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Stewart also addressed any critics of the city fire response.

We know there is a perception that the City isnt doing enough, he wrote.

A fire fighter from Woodland Hills searches for hotspots in a burned home at Pacific Coast Highway on January 12, 2025 in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, California

Many of you are understandably anxious to return to your homes.

However, we remain in the midst of an active fire incident.

Any claims or offers to provide such a permit are false.

Private contractor access is not permitted at this time.

This website is being updated with photos of properties as our partners at CalFire complete their assessments.

Restoration efforts will continue tomorrow in the northwest Malibu area.

This restriction is in place to protect both residents and the emergency crews working tirelessly in the area.

c’mon call 310-456-2489 to provide your information, and what you need access to.

I want to take a moment to acknowledge those who have suffered unimaginable losses.

Together, we will overcome this crisis and rebuild stronger than ever.