Mud and Debris Flow Hit Eaton Fire Burn Scar Zone in Altadena After Heavy Rain

Widespread Mud and Debris Flow

• 🌧️ Heavy rain from an atmospheric river has caused widespread mud and debris flow in the Eaton Fire burn scar zone.
• 🚗 Road crews and residents are dealing with the aftermath, with feet of mud cleared from roads in some areas.
• 🚨 Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency to free up state resources for Southern California.

Impact of Burn Scars on Rainfall

• ⛰️ Areas near recent burn scars are at high risk for mudslides and debris flows because the soil cannot absorb the heavy rainfall.
• ⚠️ Evacuation warnings remain in place for areas near recent burn scars, including Pacific Palisades, Mandavil Canyon, Renan Canyon, and here in Altadena and Sierra Madre near the Eaton Fire burn scar.
• 🏠 Dozens of homes considered higher risk are under mandatory evacuation orders.

Cleanup and Ongoing Conditions

• 🛠️ Cleanup efforts are underway, with city crews and sheriffs working to manage the situation and clear roads.
• 🌊 The storm also brought strong winds, toppling trees and damaging property, leading to major traffic issues and road closures.
• 💧 Crews are continuing cleanup as a light sprinkling of rain begins, with monitoring of conditions ongoing.