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Location:  Eaton Canyon, Pasadena California

Acres Burned: 14, 117    
Containment: 15%    
Fire Started: January 7, 2025 at 6:18 p.m.
Cause: Undetermined
Civilian Fatalities: 8  
Structures Threatened: 39,428
Verified Structures Destroyed:    1,211
Verified Structures Damaged: 166
Firefighter Injuries: 5

Total Assigned Personnel: 3,155   Engines: 327   Hand Crews: 45   Dozers: 41  Water Tenders: 90

Community Meeting Sunday, January 12th 4:00 p.m.: Eaton Fire officials will host a community meeting to provide the current fire situation, address questions, and discuss recovery. The meeting will be held in-person and streamed live on YouTube. 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 

Current Situation: Today, firefighters continued tactical patrols and responded to public calls for service. Minimal fire growth was observed, and resources continued to construct and improve fire line. Tonight, in addition to perimeter control, crews will work to mitigate hazard trees along roadways to provide safety for firefighters and the public. Evacuation orders remain in place for the affected cities due to continued fire activity, numerous downed trees, downed power lines, gas leaks and power outages. If you have questions or need clarification regarding evacuations in your area, please reach out to your city’s official government website to receive further information.

Damage Assessment: Aerial imagery overlays show approximately 7,081 structures may have been damaged or destroyed. The number of structures damaged and destroyed listed at the top of the page are verified by damage inspection teams and will be updated with validated information as it becomes available.