Full Notification

Earlier this morning around 4:30 a.m., a brush fire started near Mt. Wilson. It is important to note that the fire is nowhere near Monrovia, and there is no direct threat to our community at this time. Currently the fire is burning at around 15 acres in size and is moving at a moderate rate of speed.

We are aware that the fire is very visible and getting a lot of media attention, especially given the fire situations occurring throughout the State. Given that fact, we have instituted a Stage 2 Closure of Canyon Park and the Hillside Wilderness Preserve (HWP), which means that both facilities are closed to the general public, but that anyone who has rented a facility or is on a guided tour will be allowed to remain in the area. Also, City staff will remain onsite in Canyon Park and will be monitoring the HWP to supervise all ongoing activities.

The Monrovia Fire Department will continue to monitor this situation, and if anything changes that may impact the safety of our community, the City will be certain to provide notification immediately at that time. For additional information related to this matter, please visit the City’s website at www.cityofmonrovia.org.