Eaton Fire

PASADENA, Calif.— The results of soil sampling conducted at Alice’s Dog Park, Allendale Park, Hamilton Park, Robinson Park,  Washington Park, and Victory Park show that lead levels for all parks are below the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) screening threshold of 80 parts per million (ppm) and well below the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) screening threshold of 200 ppm. The highest detection of lead in soil was found at Washington Park (Tree Area) at 51.9 ppm and... continue reading »"Soil Testing at Pasadena City Parks Shows Lead and Other Heavy Metal Levels Below Thresholds"

PASADENA, Calif.— On April 10, 2025, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) reported that soil sampling in two Pasadena neighborhoods revealed elevated lead levels above the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) screening threshold of 80 parts per million (ppm). Screening levels above 80 ppm do not imply the need for cleanup or remediation, but instead indicate the need for further evaluation. One neighborhood is generally bounded by Lincoln Avenue, Washington Boulevard, North Altadena Drive, and... continue reading »"Public Health Issues Guidance for Parks and Outdoor Youth Sports to Prevent Lead Exposure"

PASADENA, Calif.— On April 10, 2025, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) released the soil sampling study results which found a higher percentage of residential properties exceeded California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) screening levels for lead in two Pasadena communities. The first community is bounded by Lincoln Avenue (on the west), Washington Boulevard (on the south), North Altadena Drive (on the east), and the city limit on the north; and the second is bounded by... continue reading »"Public Health Issues Guidance for Schools and Early Childhood Education Centers to Prevent Lead Exposure"

PASADENA, Calif.— On April 10, 2025, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) released preliminary test results for soil collected from 413 properties inside and adjacent to the Eaton Fire burn area, and assessed the samples for fire-related chemicals of concern such as heavy metals. The preliminary results indicate areas outside and downwind (south) of the burn area had a higher percentage of soil samples with lead levels above health-based screening thresholds. Lead can be present at residential properties... continue reading »"Public Health Department Provides Guidance to Prevent Lead Exposure in Response to Eaton Fire Soil Preliminary Test Results"

PASADENA, Calif.— In response to the significant challenges posed by the Eaton disaster, the City of Pasadena’s Economic Development Division is continuing its efforts to support local businesses through free advising events, aimed at helping businesses stabilize, recover, and thrive. These efforts follow the release of a citywide business impact survey in January 2025, which gathered feedback from 557 local businesses to better understand the disaster’s impact and inform tailored support strategies. The results underscored the urgent need for accessible,... continue reading »"Pasadena Economic Development Division & Community Partners Host Free 1:1 Advising Events to Support Small Business Recovery"

PASADENA, Calif.— The Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department has released an optional self-certification form for income-eligible tenants seeking eviction protection under the recently adopted Eaton Fire Emergency Ordinance. The ordinance, adopted by the Pasadena City Council on March 24, 2025, at the request of the Pasadena Rental Housing Board, provides temporary eviction protections for tenants unable to pay rent due to financial hardship directly related to the Eaton Fire. To remain protected under the ordinance, qualifying tenants may submit the self-certification... continue reading »"Pasadena Releases Self-Certification Form for Tenants Protected Under Eaton Fire Eviction Ordinance"

PASADENA, Calif.— In response to the devastating impact of the Eaton Fire, the Pasadena City Council, at the request of the Pasadena Rental Housing Board, has adopted a new ordinance to protect qualifying income-eligible tenants who have been financially affected by the disaster from eviction due to nonpayment of rent. The Eaton Fire, which began on January 7, 2025, lead to widespread destruction, loss of life, and displacement throughout Pasadena and neighboring communities. Recognizing the immediate housing instability faced by... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Adopts Ordinance to Protect Tenants Affected by the Eaton Fire"

PASADENA, Calif.—The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department has completed the process of sanitizing City parks, fields, and playground equipment, along with replacement of sand and engineered wood fiber (safety surfacing) in play areas, following the Eaton Fire. While no specific hazards were identified, PRCS has taken steps out of an abundance of caution to reduce the potential risk of exposure to wildfire contaminants. At all parks, City staff: Sanitized park benches, tables, playground equipment, and poured-in-place rubber... continue reading »"Sanitization of City of Pasadena Parks Completed; Playground Safety Surfacing Replaced"

PASADENA, Calif.— Pasadena residents may have noticed an increase of truck traffic north of the I-210 freeway due to two ongoing projects: the Eaton Fire Phase 2 Private Property Debris Removal Project and the Eaton Wash Dam Post-Fire Emergency Project. While the trucks may look similar, they are transporting different materials and following specific dust control measures. The Eaton Fire Phase 2 Private Property Debris Removal Project is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and involves removing... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Reminds Residents of Truck Traffic Related to Phase 2 Debris Removal and Sediment Removal"