SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2025


VOLUME 19 NO. 46VOLUME 19 NO. 46

HEAVY RAINS THREATEN SIERRA MADRE HILLSIDES AGAIN

Sierra Madre residents, already concerned that the city’s 
efforts have been inadequate in their maintainenance of 
the Yucca Trail/Nature Friends debris basin, are facing 
additional anxiety with the heavy rains since Thursday. 
The rain, which at one point was falling at the rate of 
1” per hour according to the National Weather Service 
(NWS), prompted Sierra Madre to issue an Evacuation 
Warning that has now been extended to Sunday, November 
16, 2025. More rain is in the forecast Monday, 
with clearing expected Tuesday and Wednesday.

Earlier this year, resident 
Glenn Lambdin 
reached out to the city 
regarding the capacity 
of the basins. " Sierra 
Madre has several debris 
basins that I am 
aware of (possibly 
more); Bailey Canyon, 
Floral Basin, Auburn 
Basin, Nathaniel Ct 
Basin, Carter Basin, 
Sierra Madre Dam 
Debris Basin, Lotus 
Ln. Basin, Lannan 
Basin, and the neglected 
Yucca Trail 
Basin. 

City Manager Mike 
Bruckner who inherited 
the debris basin challenges when he was hired 
approximately three months ago, said in a telephone 
interview that city staff has prioritized working on the 
clearing the basins in an effort to prevent overcapacity 
and mudflows prior to this recent weather event, and 
will continue to do so. Sierra Madre's Public Works 
Department is currently looking for a Director and 
has hired a consulting firm to manage the department 
while the search for a new Director continues. To assist 
residents in protecting their homes sand bags are 
available.

Sand Bags at City Yards

City Yards, 621 E Sierra Madre Blvd, 

Sierra Madre, CA, 91024, USA

The National Weather Service noted on Friday, 

``When considering the rain we have already seen and 
will continue to the risk for significant and potentially 
damaging flooding continues to be moderate to high 
with the expected rain rates.

 ``Avoid the roads, stay indoors as much as possible, 
and stay aware of your environment,'' forecasters said. 
``If you have to drive, allow extra time as traffic will 
be increased due to slippery roads, low visibility, and 
localized flooding. If you are near a burn scar, heed the 
advice of local officials as they know your area best. 

Reschedule and avoid outdoor activities. Stay out of, 
and far away from, any streams, rivers, and canyons 
-- especially campers. Avoid parking near tall trees. Be 
ready for sudden power outages. 

MVNews/CNS




Damage from mud and debris 
earlier this year

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