Station Fire Continues to Burn

Residents in Fire Area Should Remain Prepared

Although 94% contained the three week- old Station Fire continues to burn in heavy fuels within the San Gabriel Valley Wilderness northwest of Cogswell Reservoir. Firefighting operations continue to take place both day and night to hold the fire north of the containment lines that have been established from Mt. Wilson to Highway 39.

While there is no threat to Duarte at this time, an increase in temperature and wind and a decrease in humidity over the next few days are of concern. Officials encourage residents in the fire zone to remain prepared in case evacuations become necessary.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect now through Wednesday evening (September 23) for winds gusting to 35 mph and a relative humidity below 15%.

Additional aircraft will augment the aerial assault through the week as needed. The intent is to extinguish remaining interior hotspots and reduce the risk of embers igniting un-burned fuels during the anticipated hot, dry and windy weather. These hotspots are located in steep and rugged terrain, which is inaccessible by ground crews. Air tankers will also be used to strengthen control lines in anticipation of the Santa Ana winds.

With fire conditions changing constantly, residents are advised to visit the Station Fire Incident Website, www.inciweb.org/incident/1856 for the most up-to-date information. This website is accessible off of the City’s “accessduarte” website under the “fire update” link on the homepage.

The Station Fire is the largest fire in recorded Los Angeles County history. It has already consumed more than 160,000 acres. Approximately 37 cities surround the fire perimeter.