SPECIAL EDITION2: EATON CANYON FIRE INFO AS OF 7:30 AM JAN. 18, 2025 


SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2025

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Resources:
Free temporary housing: 
If you know anyone who has been 
evacuated or lost their home due 
to the fire, they can call 211 which 
has partnered with Airbnb and are 
providing people one week of free 
stay at an Airbnb. 
FEMA Assistance: 
Register Online or by Phone: Call 
FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
Los Angeles County Assessor:
Taxpayers whose properties have 
either been destroyed or sustained 
a minimum of $10,000 in damage 
may file a Misfortune and Calamity 
(M&C) claim for property tax relief. 
Assessor’s Disaster Relief Hotline (213) 
974-8658Convoy For Hope:
Organizations like Convoy of Hope 
provide disaster relief and recovery 
services, including distributing relief 
supplies and offering support for 
rebuilding.
Donations: 
CAR Disaster Relief, Pasadena 
Humane Society, MutualAid Los Angeles Network 
Our hearts go out 
to all those affected 
by the Los Angeles 
wildfires. As your 
neighbors, we’re 
here to help our 
community recover 
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SIERRA MADRE EATON FIRE UPDATES:

 Sierra Madre City Manager Jose Reynoso confirmed that as of Friday evening 
there were 14 confirmed homes that were completely destroyed and 25 structures, 
which include garages and ADUs that were also damaged by fire. Damage 
assessments still being conducted..

 Restrictions on parking have been eased, however as heavy equipment is working 
on clean up and restoration of services, residents are asked to avoid parking 
on the streets. (See details on page 2).

 The Sierra Madre YMCA on E. Sierra Madre Blvd. is a resource center for fire 
victims and a location for donations. The Sierra Madre community have 

City Manager Reynoso, Water Superintendent McGee, Chief Bartlett, Corporal 
Shaw, and Public Works Director Yanez provided the community with updates 
regarding the Do Not Drink, Do Not Cook Water Order as well as Eaton Fire 
updates. You can monitor updates from the city by going to: https://local.nixle.
com/alert/11354063/?sub_id=0

You can also watch the live briefings by going to: 

Facebook Users: https://fb.watch/x9ujFz_yXL/

On The City's Website: https://bit.ly/CSMEatonBriefings

On the SMTV3 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@3SMTV. MVNews

FROM CNS WIRE SERVICE:

 The Eaton Fire is 73 percent contained today ... up overnight from 
65 percent. 

Firefighters continue to extinguish hot spots in steep ...inaccessible ... canyons 
near Winters Creek ... Mount Lowe ... and Mount Wilson. Crews and water 
dropping helicopters are also working in unison to extinguish any remaining 
heat in those areas. 

The fire has burned more than 14,000 acres in the Altadena and Pasadena areas 
since it began on January 7th. 

It has left at least 16 people dead ... destroyed nearly 8700 structures. and damaged 
938.

UNSAFE WATER 
ALERT

Este aviso contiene informacion muy importante 
sobre su agua potable. Para una copia en español, 
favor de llamar al sistema de agua al (626) 355-7135.

CITY OF SIERRA MADRE WATER SYSTEM experienced 
wildfire impacts and may have fire-related contamination. 
As a precautionary measure, this notice is being issued 
until test data is available.

DO NOT DRINK-DO NOT BOIL YOUR WATER

Failure to follow this advisory could result in illness.

The CITY OF SIERRA MADRE WATER SYSTEM NUMBER 
1910148 is located within the EATON FIRE wildfire impact 
zone; however, the City of Sierra Madre never lost system pressure 
in any water zone, and the City did not suffer any damage 
to its critical water infrastructure. The City was able to maintain 
pressure in all zones within the water system throughout 
the event. The City conducted an initial assessment of the water 
system with routine bacteriological samples taken throughout 
the water system. All samples were analyzed by a third-party 
certified lab and found absent of coliform bacteria. As a precaution, 
the City of Sierra Madre is now required to test for Volatile 
Organic Chemicals (VOCs), including benzene. The State Water 
Resources Control Board, Los Angeles County Health Department, 
and the City of Sierra Madre are advising residents of the 
affected area to NOT USE THE TAP WATER FOR DRINKING 
AND COOKING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

Due to VOCs ability to vaporize at lower temperatures and 
become airborne, residents are advised to:

• Limit use of hot water.

• Limit shower time/bathing, and do not take baths (use

 lukewarm water and ventilate area)

• Use a dishwasher to wash dishes and use air dry setting

• Wash clothing in cold water

• Avoid using clothes dryers (dry laundry outdoors)

• Do not use hot tubs or swimming pools

• Do not use ice from automatic ice makers

• Use proper ventilation when using water indoors

What should I do?

• DO NOT DRINK YOUR TAP WATER - USE
ONLY BOTTLED WATER. Bottled water should be used for
all drinking (including baby formula and juice), brushing teeth,
and making ice and food preparation until further notice.

• DO NOT TRY AND TREAT THE WATER YOURSELF
. Boiling, freezing, filtering, adding chlorine or other
disinfectants, or letting water stand will not make the water
safe.

• A limited amount of bottled water is available at the
City Hall.

UPDATES TO THIS ADVISORY WILL BE PROVIDED 
BASED ON MONITORING RESULTS. 

For more information, call:626-355-7135

Water Utility contact: Steven McGee, Water Superintendent, 
Sierra Madre Water Department, tel: (626)355-7135 ADDRESS 
232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024

This notice is being sent to you by the City of Sierra Madre, 
California, Public Water System ID # 1910148 . 

Date Distributed: 1/14/2025.

Please share this information with all other people who receive 
this water, especially those who may not have received this notice 
directly (ex., people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, 
and businesses). This can be done by posting in a public place 
or distributing copies by hand.

Posted by:

Laura M. Aguilar, City Clerk

City of Sierra Madre, California

January 14, 2025 – 7:55 pm


Community volunteers and YMCA Staff at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd where fire 
victims can get food, clothing and supplies. Photo by Bob Spears

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In the wake of the devastating Eaton Fire, our hearts go out to those 
who have lost their homes and livelihoods. This week has brought 
unimaginable challenges, but together, we will move forward. 
Now is the time to come together and support one another as we learn 
about the larger changes this event has wrought in our community. 
Our Sincerest Gratitude to the first responders who ran towards the 
flames as we fled and to the brave citizens who selflessly helped their 
neighbors. 
Our Heartfelt sympathy goes out to all affected. Let us know how we 
can help you!
INSIDE THIS WEEK

WORDS FROM THE 

COMMUNITY Page 2

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AROUND SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Page 5/6

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TIME TO RELAX ..PUZZLESPage 9

FOOD -DRINK-FUNPage 10

BEST FRIENDSPage 11

THE GOOD LIFEPage 12

OPINION . Page 13

LEGAL NOTICESPage 14

MORE RECOVERY INFORMATION Page 15 

SPORTS & HEALTHY LIVING Page 16

SUPPORT OUR LOCAL BUSINESSS Page 17

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