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The Eaton Fire erupted in the Eaton Canyon area near Altadena, Los Angeles County, on 7 January, becoming the second major wildfire in the region amid severe wind conditions. While crews worked tirelessly to control a rapidly spreading brush fire in the Pacific Palisades, another wildfire ignited in Pasadena, adding to the crisis.
The dual blazes have triggered evacuations for over 30,000 residents, with the Eaton Fire alone scorching approximately 400 acres. Emergency teams in Pasadena are actively coordinating evacuation efforts as the fire's intensity grows, prioritizing the safety of those in threatened areas, reported Fox News.
The fire, reported around 6 p.m. near Altadena Drive and Midwick Drive, quickly spread due to strong winds, consuming over 400 acres within two hours, according to updates from the Angeles National Forest and CAL Fire.
Pasadena Fire Department officials highlighted the unpredictable behavior of the flames, driven by erratic wind patterns, which posed a significant threat to multiple structures. Footage from the area captures scenes of residents urgently evacuating.
Authorities ordered mandatory evacuations for zone PAS-EO19, encompassing neighborhoods such as Foxridge, Canyon Close, Grand Oak, East of Altadena Drive, Kinneloa Canyon Road, Outpost Lane, Glen Springs, Coolidge, Miranda, Roosevelt, Veranda, and Kenclare. Evacuation efforts included relocating around 95 residents from The Terraces at Park Marino, an assisted living facility. Emergency responders utilized unconventional vehicles, including an armored SWAT transport vehicle and a bus, to ensure the safety of vulnerable residents.
City spokesperson Lisa Derderian confirmed that officials are actively working to contain the fire while setting up mass care and evacuation centers to assist displaced residents, reported CBS News. The situation remains fluid, with crews battling challenging conditions to prevent further spread and protect affected communities.
Weather experts from the National Weather Service have labeled this windstorm as one of the most severe in the past decade. A red flag warning is in effect for areas of Los Angeles and Ventura counties from 10 a.m. Tuesday until 6 p.m. Thursday. Additionally, a high wind advisory will be active from 4 p.m. Tuesday through 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Current aftermath of the Eaton Fire
Southern California is battling one of the worst windstorms in a decade, with powerful gusts reaching 100 miles per hour. All water-dropping and firefighting aircraft are unable to take off, and firefighting resources are stretched.
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for Los Angeles and Ventura counties in response to the ongoing devastation caused by the Eaton Fire. In a post on X.
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The New York Times reported that Malibu schools will remain closed on Wednesday, while Santa Monica schools are expected to stay open under close safety supervision, as stated by the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
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