Pasadena Fire

 The Eaton Fire ignited on January 7, 2025, in the Eaton Canyon area near Altadena, California. Fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, the fire rapidly expanded, prompting immediate evacuation orders for several neighborhoods. 

Key Details:

Location: Eaton Canyon, near Altadena and Pasadena, California.

Evacuations: Mandatory evacuation orders were issued for multiple areas, including ALD-EASTLOMA, ALD-EATONCANYON, ALD-GARFIAS, ALD-MENDOCINO, ALD-MIDLOTHIAN, ALD-MOUNTLOWE, ALD-RUBIO, KIN-KINNELOA, LAC-E183, PAS-E018, PAS-E019, SMD-E001, SMD-E002, SMD-E003, SMD-E007, SMD-E008, SMD-E015, and SMD-E016. 

Firefighting Efforts: Firefighters from the Pasadena Fire Department and surrounding agencies responded promptly, battling the blaze amid challenging wind conditions. Their efforts were complicated by the strong winds, which caused the fire to spread rapidly and created additional spot fires in the area. 

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Impact: The fire threatened residential areas, leading to evacuations and road closures. The exact number of structures affected and the total area burned are yet to be determined as containment efforts continue.

Current Status: As of the latest reports, containment efforts are ongoing. Residents are advised to adhere to evacuation orders and stay updated through official channels for the latest information.

For real-time updates and safety information, residents can refer to the Pasadena Fire Department's official website. 

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Additionally, live coverage of the fire is available through local news outlets.