Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, your local Pasadena newsletter.
Over the past few months, we’ve shared so many memorable moments—celebrating traditions like the Rose Parade, embracing the holidays, enjoying vibrant local events, and coming together to support one another. But our city of Pasadena is facing a challenging time as the Eaton Fire continues to affect our community.
Amid smoky skies and evacuations, our brave firefighters and first responders work tirelessly under extreme conditions to slow the fire’s spread and protect critical infrastructure.
Our hearts are with everyone in Pasadena as the fire continues to affect our community. The Eaton Fire has brought heartbreak, with some of our neighbors losing their homes and belongings to the flames. Our thoughts are with those who have been displaced, and we hope they find comfort and support during this incredibly difficult time.
This fire is another test of our resilience, and I know we’ll rise above it like we always do. Check in on your neighbors, lend a helping hand to those evacuating, and support our local shelters and responders who are working tirelessly to keep us safe. Remember: every small act of kindness strengthens the spirit of our community.
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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Eaton Fire Updates and Important Information
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Save the Dates for Future Events
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Weather Alerts
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
THE DIGEST
Eaton Fire Updates and Important Information
Evacuations
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Mandatory Evacuation: Areas north of Orange Grove/Rosemead Blvd., east of Lake Ave., and west of Michillinda Ave. If you’re in these zones, please leave immediately.
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Evacuation Warning: Surrounding neighborhoods should prepare to evacuate on short notice.
Shelters Available:
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Pasadena Convention Center (300 E. Green St.)
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Arcadia Community Center (375 Campus Dr., Arcadia)
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Pomona Fairplex (1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona)
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Westwood Recreation Center (1350 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles)
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El Camino Real Charter High School (5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills)
Pasadena, your safety is the priority. If you’re in an evacuation zone, don’t hesitate—your home and belongings can be replaced, but you cannot.
Water Advisory
Our city’s water supply has been affected by fire-related contamination.
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Do-Not-Drink Notice: Pasadena Water and Power urges everyone in impacted areas to avoid using tap water for drinking, cooking, or hygiene.
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Use bottled water for all drinking (including baby formula and juice), brushing teeth, washing dishes, making ice and food preparation until further notice. This also applies to pets and domestic animals.
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Do not try to treat the water yourself. Boiling, freezing, filtering, adding chlorine or other disinfectants, or letting water stand will not make the water safe to drink.
We know this is inconvenient, but it’s a necessary step to keep everyone healthy. The City of Pasadena will inform the community when tests show that the water is safe again. Expected timeframe for resolution is dependent on the rapidly evolving fire, wind, and related conditions.
For updates and resources, visit the official CAL FIRE Eaton Fire Page. Pasadena, we’re in this together—stay strong, stay safe, and let’s protect what makes our city so special.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Events Cancelled
Due to the ongoing Eaton Fire and hazardous air quality, most events in Pasadena have been canceled to ensure the safety of our community. We strongly discourage any outdoor recreational activities during this time, as air quality remains poor and fire hazards persist.
Additionally, all schools in Pasadena Unified School District will remain closed thru today, January 10th, with further updates expected as conditions evolve.
Please prioritize your health and safety by staying indoors, avoiding strenuous activity, and following guidance from local authorities. Let’s work together to protect our community during this challenging time.
Save the Date
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🩺Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Sanjay Gupta will be at historic Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Jan 15
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🌠Stargazing Lecture: Science fiction is full of spaceships capable of traveling at faster-than-light speeds, but is the “warp drive” necessary for these speeds even compatible with the laws of physics?, Jan 17
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💎Pasadena Bead and Design Show: featuring over 300 exhibits of artisan materials, jewelry, and creative workshops, Jan 17-19
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💥Pasadena Comic Con: A pop culture event for all ages! There will be panels, toys, celebrity guests and featured artists, Jan 26
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🍔Cheeseburger Week: During Restaurant Week 2025 from Pasadena dines in honor of Lionel Sternberger, the culinary genius in being the first to put cheese to hamburger and served it at the Rite Spot in Pasadena in 1924, Jan 26 – Feb 1
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🧧Lunar New Year: Join USC Pacific Asia Museum in celebrating the Year of the Snake with an afternoon of live performances and art activities, Feb 1
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🌹Black History Parade & Festival: One of Southern California’s largest and longest-running Black history parades, Feb. 15
Nothing in this section is sponsored. These are just the things you need to know. I’ll always let you know if something is sponsored!
NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
🌡️ Severe Weather Alert
🚩 RED FLAG (FIRE WEATHER) WARNING
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM PST FRIDAY FOR MODERATE TO STRONG NORTH TO NORTHEAST WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE CENTRAL AND SOUTHEASTERN VENTURA COUNTY VALLEYS, THE VALLEYS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY INCLUDING CALABASAS AND AGOURA HILLS, THE VENTURA AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY MOUNTAINS INCLUDING THE SANTA MONICA RANGE AND THE SANTA SUSANA MOUNTAINS, THE INTERSTATE 5 CORRIDOR AND THE MALIBU COAST. HIGH END RED FLAG WARNINGS IN EFFECT FOR MUCH OF LOS ANGELES AND VENTURA COUNTIES THROUGH 6 PM FRIDAY DUE TO MODERATE TO STRONG SANTA ANA WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITIES.
⚠️ AIR QUALITY ALERT
AIR QUALITY ALERT FOR HARMFUL FINE PARTICLE POLLUTION LEVELS DUE TO WILDFIRE SMOKE, MANDATORY WOOD-BURNING BAN IN EFFECT.
Particles in smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
To protect your health, if you smell or see smoke:
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Remain indoors with windows and doors closed
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Avoid intense outdoor physical activity
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Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier
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If you must be outdoors, keep the time brief and wear a well- fitting N-95 mask
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Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have other methods to stay cool
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Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, grilling, and gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment
Stay informed on critical weather updates by visiting the National Weather Service at forecast.weather.gov.
Friday
68 🌡️ 46 |☀️| 💨 SW 6 mph, gusts up to 15 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 170 (Unhealthy)
Saturday
67 🌡️ 46 |☀️| 💨 SE 5 mph, gusts up to 15 mph
Sunday
67 🌡️ 43 |☀️| 💨 S 7 mph, gusts up to 15 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.
THANKS!
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