I think one of the main problems we face in dealing with hoarders and the dangerous environments they live in is that we don't deal with the problem until the last possible minute.

We need to get out in front of this problem with mental health services and others who can help deal with these issues.

This woman is 87 years old! This ain't a new problem with her.

When we wait until their houses are tinderboxes then bold, heavy-handed moves might be all we've got left to maintain public safety.