Full Notification

The conditions regarding the Eaton Fire as it relates to Duarte have improved significantly, with the threat level to Duarte now at Very Low and containment rising to 15%. 

The city remains vigilant, and a decision on lifting the evacuation warning is expected by 3 PM today.

Threat Level and Evacuations:

•     Threat Level to Duarte: Very Low
•     Possibility of Evacuations: Unlikely
•     Evacuation Warnings:
  • The area above Royal Oaks, between Mt. Olive and Tocino, remains under an evacuation warning.
  • A decision on lifting the evacuation warning is expected by 3 PM today.

Fire Status:

•     Acres Burned: ≈14,117
•     Containment: 15%
•     Verified Structures Destroyed: 972
•     Verified Structures Damaged: 98
•     Civilian Fatalities: 5
•     Firefighter Injuries: 5
•     Cause: Undetermined

Current Fire Situation:

• The fire remains active, burning in steep, inaccessible terrain with critically dry vegetation.
•  Key updates:
  •  Minimal growth was observed overnight.
  • Firefighters continue to construct and improve fire lines around communities.
  • Crews addressed public service calls while making significant progress on the southeastern portion closest to Duarte, raising containment to 15%.
  • This progress is a positive sign for Duarte residents.

Weather Conditions:

• Gusty northeast winds will return to high elevations tonight into Sunday, with gusts up to 30 mph.
• Relative humidity will drop below 20%.
• Another Santa Ana wind event is expected Tuesday, which could bring stronger winds.

Electricity:

• Restoration Progress: 97% of Duarte has power restored.
• Temporary generators are powering some areas while crews finalize infrastructure repairs.

Duarte Unified School District: 

• All schools now have power and are scheduled to reopen on Monday, January 13, 2025.

City Services and Support:

• Trash Service and Street Sweeping: Both services have resumed. There is no enforcement for street sweeping violations.
• Evacuation Site: The Community Center Evacuation Site has been closed.
• 40-Yard Trash Bins: Located at the City Hall on Pops Road and Huntington Drive. Residents are encouraged to dispose of debris directly at the bins. Bins will remain into next weekend. 

Evacuation Points:

• Pasadena Civic Center:
  • Address: 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
  • Parking: Available at 155 E. Green Street (enter via Marengo Ave).
  • Pets: Humane Society on-site for small pet boarding. Service animals are allowed inside.

Water Safety:

• Duarte water is safe to drink and use without restrictions.

Support Services:

• Wildfire Recovery Family Assistance Center:
  • Location: Pasadena Convention Center - Visitor’s Bureau, 300 E Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
  • Hours: Saturday, January 11: 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Services: American Red Cross, LA County Medical Examiner’s Office, LA County Department of Mental Health
  • Missing Loved Ones: Call (800) 675-5799 or visit the Red Cross Finding Friends & Family page.