With more rain on the way, residents in Los Angeles County are preparing for the risk of dangerous debris flows, especially in areas affected by the Eaton Fire.
Residents Take Precautions as Storm Approaches
Homeowners like Geoff Frank in Pasadena Glen are taking protective measures by installing barriers to redirect potential floodwaters and mudflows.
“That’s what actually prompted me to buy these because I was not really worried about that,” Frank said. “That report kind of pointed out that the most dangerous area in Pasadena Glen was the lower glen.”
Geological Report Warns of High Risk Areas
A California Department of Conservation survey identified several neighborhoods as especially vulnerable to heavy debris flows due to the Eaton Fire burn scar.
High-Risk Areas:
- Pasadena – Kinneloa Mesa Section
- Altadena – East Loma Alta Drive
- Sierra Madre – Sierra Madre Canyon
According to the report:
“The Eaton Fire has a high likelihood of generating large postfire flood and debris flow events.”
Historical Flooding Disasters in the Region
The report also referenced two catastrophic floods in the same area, which resulted in significant loss of life and property damage.
1938 Flood
- 87 fatalities
- $1.5 billion in damages (adjusted for inflation)
1969 Flood
- 60 fatalities in Southern California
- $3.4 billion in damages (adjusted for inflation)
Officials Urge Residents to Stay Prepared
With the storm approaching, officials are warning residents in affected areas to stay alert, take necessary precautions, and be ready for possible evacuations.
