Eaton Fire Live Updates: Tuesday, Jan. 14

Mt. Wilson Saved, yet again (Photo – ANF)

Our Eaton Fire Live Updates coverage will transition to regular updates. We will promptly resume if any emergency developments occur.

It’s been a week. We are heartbroken, exhausted, but resilient. We will continue to press forward with strength and determination, standing together through these challenging times.

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• Wednesday, January 15

  1:57 am

  Evening Recap

  Eaton Fire

  • Acres Burned: 14,117
  • Containment: 35%
  • Structures Threatened: 28,828
  • Verified Structures Destroved: 3,988
  • Verified Structures Damaged: 441
  • Firefighter Injuries: 6
  • Civilian Fatalities: 16
  • Total Assigned Personnel: 3,392 (Engines: 274, Hand Crews: 57, Dozers: 21, Water Tenders: 77)
  • Helicopters: 16

  Containment efforts are steadily progressing along the eastern edge of the fire near Santa Ana Canyon:

  • The mobile retardant base at Mount Wilson remains active providing fire retardant for helicopters to drop in inaccessible terrain: where ground crews cannot construct containment line.
  • Infrared flights have identified isolated heat pockets within the interior of the fire area: where fuels continue to burn out. Tactical patrols and mop-up operations continue along the northern perimeter of the fire. Hand crews are actively clearing brush and constructing contingency lines in critical areas of La Canada.
  • Contingency resources are strategically prepositioned throughout communities along the fire ‘s western edge to due to the Santa Ana wind conditions.

  Weather

  A Red Flag Warning has been extended through 6 p.m. tomorrow night. Moderate to strong Santa Ana winds are expected to persist during this period, with the highest risk of gusty winds affecting the fire area early Wednesday morning.

  Damage Assessment

  Damage estimates from remote sensing technologies indicate over 72000 structures may have been damaged or destroyed this is a preliminary estimate: the number of structures damaged and destroyed listed at the top of this page been verified by on-the-ground damage inspection teams. Damage inspection teams have completed inspections for 40% of all structures within the fire footprint.

  This concludes our Live Updates coverage. We will promptly resume if any emergency developments occur.

  It’s been a week. We are heartbroken, exhausted, but resilient. We will continue to press forward with strength and determination, standing together through these challenging times.

• Tuesday, January 14

  10:25 pm

  Pasadena Humane Info

  Pasadena Humane Wildfire Response Update - 1.14.25
• 8:26 pm

  Free N95 and P100 Masks in Pasadena

  

  Masks and water at 450 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena (Photo – ColoradoBlvd/W.k.)

  Beginning Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, at 10:00 am, Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) will pass out free personal protective equipment (PPE) to those impacted by the Eaton Fire at 450 N. Lake Ave., in conjunction with Pasadena Water and Power Department’s bottled water distribution site.

• 6:45 pm

  Angeles National Forest – Evening Update

  Evening Quick Facts January 14, 2025

  The Eaton fire is currently 14,117 acres, 35% contained and 3,392 total personnel assigned.
• 6:10 pm

  Weather Forecast

  A particularly dangerous situation is forecast in Southern California starting Wednesday at 3 a.m. until 3 p.m. This means there will be high winds causing extreme fire weather. Stay vigilant, California. Visit http://ca.gov/lafires for more.

• 5:52 pm

  PUSD Update

  Important Updates (January 14, 2025):

  PUSD’s Office of Enrollment is preparing updates to its enrollment application to enhance supports to families displaced by the California wildfires. PUSD will reopen applications for the 2024-25 school year on Friday, January 17th and extend deadlines for 2025-26 Open Enrollment applications. More information, including a revised Open Enrollment timeline, will be posted on PUSD us/enroll by Friday, January 17th, 2025.

  https://pusd.schoolmint.com/login

   

• 5:44 pm

  Pasadena Humane

  Since the start of the Eaton Fire, the Pasadena Humane have taken in nearly 150 stray animals.

  Visit their Pet Connect page at 24petconnect.com/psdn to see all the lost animals currently in their care.

  If you believe you see your pet on the Pet Connect page, please go directly to the Pasadena Humane daily between 9:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. and their Animal Resource Center will assist you further.
• 4:25 pm

  Free Childcare

  PCC is partnering with the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles and the Pasadena Unified School District to offer free childcare for children of essential workers, first responders, and families who have been impacted by the local fires.
  Children must be at least 4 years old and 9 months to attend the program and must be in grades TK through 8th. There is limited space available.

  Register at this link.

• 3:27 pm

  More Areas Opened for Altadena Residents

  The following areas will be opened to residents.

  Evacuation Orders have been lifted for the following areas located inside the unincorporated county area of Altadena Community:

  • South of Canyon Crest Road and West of Lincoln Avenue.

  The remaining areas of the unincorporated community of Altadena remains closed. Read Full Article.

• 3:25 pm

  From the US National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard

  • Wind are weaker than expected today, but looking for one more enhancement late tonight and Wednesday. Not quite out of the woods yet. Red Flag Warnings remain in play. Stay aware of your surroundings.
• 2:56 pm

  Helping out

  A local resident reported spotting a National Guard member walking up the street with a cat food bowl and what appeared to be a set of keys. The guardsman was heard cheerfully saying, “I’m going to feed a cat.”

  

  The National Guard next to a South Pasadena Police car (Photo – South Pasadena Police)

• 2:53 pm

  Spectrum Commits $2.5 Million to Wildfire Relief Efforts

  Including $500,000 in Cash Contributions, $1 Million to be Invested in Area Small Businesses, and $1 Million in PSAs to Support Relief Organization.

  Spectrum’s commitment includes:

  • $500,000 in total cash contributions to be split between the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, American Red Cross Los Angeles Region, and the California Fire Foundation;
  • $1 million committed to support small businesses in the Los Angeles area through the Spectrum Community Investment Loan Fund;*
  • and $1 million in in-kind public service announcement (PSA) airtime to support nonprofit organizations in their wildfire relief efforts.

  • Read full story.
• 2:30 pm

  Mobile Retardant Base

  

  Erickson S64 Air-Cranes (Photo – Mt Wilson Obs)

  A Mobile Retardant Base has been established at Mount Wilson to support continued air operations:

  • In this photo, the lower parking lot of the Observatory is now an airfield. Helicopters with buckets as well the Erickson S64 Air-Cranes that suck up water are used to fight the fire.
• 1:59 pm

  Kids activities

  With PUSD schools temporarily closed due to the Eaton Fires, Playhouse Village has your family covered with free, fun, and engaging activities for kids!

  • Vroman’s Bookstore
    Additional Storytime with Mr. Steve: Gather your little ones and visit to enjoy an afternoon of reading and browsing California’s oldest bookstore.
    Vroman’s Bookstore
    695 E Colorado Blvd
    Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sun
    1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Southern California Children’s Museum
    The museum is opening its doors for free open play until January 17: Let the kids explore, learn, and burn off some energy in this playful, hands-on environment.
    Southern California Children’s Museum
    459 E Colorado Blvd
    Jan 12—Jan 17
    9:30 am – 3:30 pm
  • Playhouse Village Park offers a clean and welcoming space for all, featuring a rubber mat playground and a fun-filled sandbox. Maintained by the dedicated Playhouse Village Ambassador Guides, the park also includes a convenient dog park.
    Playhouse Village Park
    701 E Union St

  Be sure to check the weather before going out and have a fun and safe time exploring Playhouse Village’s many wonderful sites.

• 1:41 pm

  PWP Update

  At the time of this posting, power outages are impacting less than 50 customers in the PWP service area – down from a peak of thousands during the aftermath of the windstorm. Our crews are working constantly to restore power to the remaining customers. Reminder: Based on critical fire weather conditions, Pasadena is under a Red Flag Warning through Wed. Jan 15. Our crews are prepared to respond to any potential interruptions of service during this week’s high winds.

  • Outage information will continue to be posted live to pwp.cityofpasadena.net/outage-map/. Report power emergencies by calling (626) 744-4673. Report downed power lines by calling 911.
• 12:25 pm

  Recovery Info

  A Disaster Resource Center will open to the public on Tuesday, January 14 from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  Starting Wednesday, January 15, the Disaster Resource Center will be available to the public from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM where residents affected by the wildfires can apply to receive assistance.

  Location: Pasadena City College Community Education Center. 3035 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107

  Recovery Information: https://recovery.lacounty.gov/eaton-fire/
• 11:56 am

  Webster’s Community Pharmacy

  Dear Friends:

  Like you, we are devastated by the many losses sustained by our beloved community this past week in the Eaton Fire. Our hearts are broken, and we are so sorry to learn that many of our loyal customers, friends, and neighbors’ homes, were in the path of the fires and sustained incalculable losses. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.

  Webster’s Community Pharmacy, your local independent pharmacy and gift retailer, has called Altadena home since 1926. The Pharmacy is still standing; however, we have not been given clearance to return to the building. As we cannot open our doors, we arranged for Fairmont Pharmacy in Pasadena to fill all prescription orders on our behalf until we can resume regular operations in the store.

  How will this work? Call us at: (626) 797-1163 and your call will be forwarded to a member of the Pharmacy team. Our team, Gwyn, Erika, and Laura, is onsite at Fairmont Pharmacy and will process your prescriptions. Please let us know if you need to have your order delivered.

  We will keep you posted on any new developments and updates. In the meantime, stay safe and well.

  We love you and cannot wait to welcome you back to the store.

  Holding you in our thoughts,

  Michael, Meredith, and Team Webster’s.

• 10:31 am

  Virtual Community Meeting Today, Jan 14, 4pm

  Virtual Community Meeting Tuesday, January 14th 4:00 p.m.: Eaton Fire officials will host a virtual community meeting to provide the current fire situation, address questions, and discuss recovery.

  A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please submit your questions in advance via email at 2025.eaton@firenet.gov.

  The meeting will be streamed live on YouTube:

  https://www.youtube.com/@LosAngelesCountyFD

   

• 10:24 am

  FEMA at PCC

  A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be open today, Tuesday, Jan. 14, from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm. at Pasadena City College Community Education Center (3035 East Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106).

  • Starting Wednesday, Jan. 15, the center will be open daily from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.
    At the center, you can get help applying for federal assistance, speak to representatives from state and federal agencies, receive updates on your FEMA application for assistance, and learn about the appeals process.
  • FEMA financial assistance may include money for basic home repairs, personal property losses or other uninsured, disaster-related needs such as childcare, transportation, medical needs, funeral, or dental expenses.
• 10:12 am

  Ash Cleanup

  The City of South Pasadena urges residents to take precautions when cleaning up ash from wildfires. Ash particles are usually bigger than smoke particles, but can still cause health problems. People with heart or lung diseases, older adults, children, and pregnant women should use special caution around ash.

  When cleaning up ash:

   • Wear a tight-fitting disposable respirator (such as a N-95 or P-100 respirator mask) to protect your lungs.

   • Wear goggles, gloves, long-sleeved shirts, long pants, shoes and socks to avoid skin contact.

   • Mist lightly with water and then sweep gently with a broom or wet mop. Direct ash-filled water to ground areas and away from the storm drains. Don’t use leaf blowers!

   • Collect ash into a plastic bag and dispose in the regular trash.

   • Inside your home, use a vacuum with a HEPA filter or, if possible, similar industrial ones with disposable collection filter bags. Misting lightly with water and then sweeping gently with a broom is another option.

   • Take your car to the car wash.

   • Wash off toys.

   • Clean ash off pets.
• 9:42 am

  Eaton Fire Update

  Crews will continue reinforcing and maintaining containment lines today to ensure perimeter control. :

  • Mobile Retardant Base has been established at Mt. Wilson to support air operations. High winds are expected to persist through early Wednesday morning, increasing the risk of spot fires, downed trees, and power lines, as well as intensifying fire activity in areas with unburned fuels.
  • Firefighters will conduct tactical patrols and mop-up operations, addressing smoke and heat sources to minimize the chance of fire escaping the perimeter. Structure defense in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) along the southern edge of the fire will remain a top priority.
  • Size: 14117 Acres
  • Contained: 35%
• 7:45 am

  Green Waste Drop-off

  Pasadena residents are able to dispose of their green waste (i.e. grass clippings, leaves, branches) at Hahamongna Watershed Park (4550 Oak Grove Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103) on Tuesday, January 14, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

  No trash or burn material will be accepted. Contractors will be turned away.

• 7:35 am

  Pasadena Community and Recreation Centers Resume Operations

  The City of Pasadena’s community centers and recreation centers will resume operations on Tuesday, January 14 after being closed in response to the Eaton Fire.

  The four facilities include:

  • Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave., (626) 744-7300
  • Villa Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa St., (626) 744-6530
  • Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., (626) 744-7330
  • Victory Park Recreation Center, 2575 Paloma St., (626) 744-7500

  The front counter at all four locations will be open to the public. Many programs, classes, youth sports, and activities will resume operations. If you are enrolled in an active program, contact the facility to confirm its status.

  Honorable John J. Kennedy Pool will not reopen this week. Aquatics programs are canceled until further notice.

  A special Recreation Camp for children currently registered in the After School and Early Care programs will be offered, providing them with a safe space to engage in activities between Tuesday, Jan. 14 – Friday, Jan. 17. Parents and guardians of participants will be contacted to register.

• 7:25 am

  Pasadena Donation Center at Santa Anita Race Track

  The City of Pasadena’s new donation location is Santa Anita Race Track (South Side, Lot B, by Gate 3 or 8), 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007. Do not take donations to the Pasadena Convention Center, Rose Bowl, or Parson Complex Parking Lot.

  If interested in donating, fill out the disaster relief donation interest form.

• 7:15 am

  Clean Air Conversations Webinar

  On January 15 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm, the Coalition for Clean Air will host a Clean Air Conversations webinar that will provide information and answer questions about air quality, public health, and the response to the fires in and around Los Angeles. We will be joined by air quality and public health experts that will let you know how to protect yourself and your family from exposure to toxic chemicals and other pollutants in smoke, soot, and ash.

  > To register for the webinar, click here.

• 7:06 am

  Eaton Fire

  The Eaton Fire is now 35% contained.

• Monday, January 13

  11:43 pm

  Monday, January 13 Recap

  

  State Superintendent Tony Thurmond with Pasadena Unified Superintendent Elizabeth Blanco (Photo – ColoradoBlvd)

  Crews are making significant progress in establishing containment lines along the eastern edge of the fire near Santa Anita Canyon.

  • Helicopters flew water dropping missions in areas of steep, rugged terrain near Mount Wilson, inaccessible to firefighters on foot.
  • In anticipation of the forecasted wind event, Large and Very Large Airtankers flew retardant dropping missions along the ridgelines to the west and northwest of the fire.
  • Tonight, engines, dozers, and hand crews are staged in the communities and foothills near the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, ready to respond if needed.
  • Acres burned: 14117
  • Containment: 33%
  • Structures Threatened: 39,428
  • Verified Structures Destroyed 2,722
  • Verified Structures Damaged: 329
  • Firefighter Injuries: 5
  • Civilian Fatalities: 15
  • Total Assigned Personnel: 3,235 (Engines: 316 Hand Crews: 51 Dozers: 21 Water Tenders: 88)
  • Helicopters: 16

  Current Situation

  Urban Search and Rescue efforts, infrastructure assessments, hazardous material response, and damage assessment operations are ongoing for the communities on the southern edge of the fire. These operations are unprecedented in size and scale and are critical for mitigating existing hazards, confirming missing persons reports, and obtaining accurate number of structures loss.

  Damage Assessment

  Damage estimates from remote sensing technologies indicate over 7,000 structures may have been damaged or destroyed. While this is a preliminary estimate, the number of structures damaged and destroyed listed at the top of this page have been verified by on-the-ground damage inspection teams. Damage inspection teams have completed inspections for 30% of all structures within the fire footprint.

  Weather

  The fire area will remain under a Red Flag Warning through early Wednesday. Critical fire weather conditions are expected due to strong northeast and downslope winds combined with very low humidity. The highest risk of these conditions spreading to lower elevations will occur late Monday night through midday Tuesday.

  Pasadena Water

  Most of Pasadena Can Safely Use Tap Water: Read full article.

  Pasadena Unified

  PUSD Fire Recovery Survey:

  • To better support PUSD students and staff, the District asks that you complete this form so that they can make decisions this week. Click to fill out the survey.
  • On Monday, Jan. 13, California Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond spent time in the district supporting students and staff. He reaffirmed the state’s support that the District is not alone.