{"id":301760,"date":"2025-10-14T04:53:25","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T04:53:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/301760\/"},"modified":"2025-10-14T04:53:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T04:53:25","slug":"major-storm-headed-for-los-angeles-region-south-pasadena-pasadena-foothills-on-alert-the-south-pasadenan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/301760\/","title":{"rendered":"Major Storm Headed for Los Angeles Region \u2014 South Pasadena, Pasadena &#038; Foothills on Alert | The South Pasadenan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>            <a href=\"https:\/\/southpasadenan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/South-Pasadena-News-2-2-2019-Rainstorm-Flooding-3.jpg\" data-caption=\"FILE PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | SouthPasadenan.com News | Flash Flood Warnings for Los Angeles County\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"522\" class=\"entry-thumb td-modal-image lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/South-Pasadena-News-2-2-2019-Rainstorm-Flooding-3-696x522.jpg\"  data- alt=\"\" title=\"\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 696px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 696\/522;\"\/><\/a>FILE PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | SouthPasadenan.com News | Flash Flood Warnings for Los Angeles County<\/p>\n<p><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/southpasadenan.com\/professional-drain-service-a-local-plumbers-expertise-keeps-south-pasadena-pasadena-area-pipes-flowing\/\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758520630_403_JUAN-PLUMBER-PRO-DRAIN-SERVICE-728X90.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"no-lazyload\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"422\"><strong>Weather Alert <\/strong><strong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"435\">Issued:<\/strong> Monday night, October 13, 2025<br data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"469\"\/><strong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"481\">Updated:<\/strong> 9:15 PM PT\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"963\"><strong>Big Weather for the LA Area<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"963\">A significant Pacific storm system is forecast to impact the Los Angeles Basin, including South Pasadena, Pasadena, and Altadena, beginning late Monday night and continuing through early Wednesday, October 15.\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"963\">Rain will intensify overnight with the heaviest band expected between <strong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"960\">midnight and mid-morning Tuesday<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1047\"><strong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"980\">Rainfall:<\/strong> 0.75 \u2013 1.5 inches in the valleys, 2 \u2013 4 inches in the foothills.<br \/><strong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1065\">Wind Gusts:<\/strong> 40 \u2013 55 mph in exposed areas.<br \/><strong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1121\">Flash Flood Risk:<\/strong> Moderate, especially near recent burn scars in the Angeles National Forest and Santa Monica Mountains.<br \/><strong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1245\">Flood Watch:<\/strong> In effect for all of Los Angeles County through Wednesday morning.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"630\"><strong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"630\">Evacuation Warning: Eaton Fire Burn Area (Altadena \/ Pasadena)<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"800\"><strong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"643\">Issued:<\/strong> Monday afternoon, October 13, 2025<br data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"681\"\/><strong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"692\">Source:<\/strong> Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management, Pasadena Fire Department, and National Weather Service<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"1174\">An <strong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"827\">Evacuation Warning<\/strong> is in effect for neighborhoods surrounding the <strong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"899\">Eaton Fire burn scar<\/strong> in Altadena and northeast Pasadena. The warning covers residents living near steep slopes, canyons, and runoff channels below the burned terrain. Officials warn that the area is at <strong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1118\">high risk of mud and debris flows<\/strong> due to heavy rain forecast through Wednesday morning.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1748\">\n<li data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<p data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1330\">Rainfall of 2\u20134 inches is possible in the foothills overnight, which may trigger <strong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1310\">debris flow or slope failure<\/strong> in the burn area.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1466\">\n<p data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1466\">The warning is precautionary but may be <strong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1413\">upgraded to a mandatory evacuation<\/strong> if rainfall rates intensify or debris flow begins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1609\">\n<p data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1609\">Officials urge residents with mobility challenges, young children, or pets to <strong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1573\">consider leaving early<\/strong> rather than waiting for an order.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1748\">\n<p data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1748\">Pasadena Fire and LA County Fire personnel have staged extra resources nearby, including swift-water rescue and heavy equipment units.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1775\"><strong data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1775\">Resident Guidance<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"2263\">\n<li data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1912\">\n<p data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1912\">If you live near <strong data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1851\">Pinecrest Drive, Rubio Canyon, or upper Eaton Canyon<\/strong>, remain alert and prepare to leave immediately if ordered.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2000\">\n<p data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"2000\">Pack essential supplies now: medications, documents, clothing, food, and pet items.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2066\">\n<p data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2066\">Move vehicles to higher ground and away from debris channels.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2124\">\n<p data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2124\">Do not attempt to drive through flowing water or mud.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2263\">\n<p data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2263\">Stay tuned to official alerts through <strong data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2184\">Alert LA County<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2230\">Pasadena Fire Department social channels<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2250\">local news<\/strong> for updates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1371\"><strong>Current Conditions \u2013 South Pasadena (9 PM)<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1413\">\u2022 Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1396\">62 \u00b0F<\/strong>, mostly cloudy<br \/>\u2022 Winds: light southwest at 5\u201310 mph<br \/>\u2022 Barometric pressure: falling<br \/>\u2022 Rain expected to begin around <strong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1527\">12 AM<\/strong>, continuing off and on through Tuesday evening<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1605\"><strong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1605\">What to Expect<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1605\">\u2022 <strong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1639\">Heavy rain and strong gusts<\/strong> may cause localized street flooding, power outages, and downed branches.<br \/>\u2022 <strong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1746\">Creeks and storm channels<\/strong> could rise rapidly overnight.<br \/>\u2022 <strong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1805\">Foothill communities<\/strong> (Pasadena, Altadena, La Ca\u00f1ada Flintridge) may see debris flows and mudslides near burn areas.<br \/>\u2022 <strong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1933\">Morning commute impacts:<\/strong> flooding on 110 and 210 freeways, reduced visibility, and standing water on local roads.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2059\"><strong data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2059\">Safety &amp; Preparation<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2081\"><strong data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2081\">Before the storm:<br \/><\/strong>\u2022 Bring inside or secure outdoor furniture, umbrellas, and lightweight items.<br \/>\u2022 Charge phones, flashlights, and backup batteries.<br \/>\u2022 Gather essentials: water, food, medications, pet supplies, and radios.<br \/>\u2022 Pick up sandbags from local fire stations if you live in flood-prone areas (details at <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lafd.org\/news\/lafd-provides-sandbags-homeowners\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2490\">LAFD.org\/news\/lafd-provides-sandbags-homeowners<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2517\"><strong data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2517\">During the storm:<br \/><\/strong>\u2022 Avoid unnecessary travel. Do not drive through flooded roads.<br \/>\u2022 Keep pets indoors.<br \/>\u2022 Report life-threatening emergencies to 911.<br \/>\u2022 For non-emergencies like downed trees or flooding, call 311 or visit <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lacity.gov\/myla311\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2774\">lacity.gov\/myla311<\/a>.<br \/>\u2022 Report power outages to LADWP at 1-800-342-5397.<br \/>\u2022 Never run generators indoors or in garages (carbon monoxide hazard).<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"507\">Sources:<\/strong> National Weather Service (NWS Los Angeles), City of Los Angeles Emergency Management, Los Angeles Fire Department<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"FILE PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | SouthPasadenan.com News | Flash Flood Warnings for Los Angeles County Weather Alert Issued:&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":301761,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5123],"tags":[11322,104,1582,276,1322,2961,224,6080,5337,11325,313],"class_list":{"0":"post-301760","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-los-angeles","8":"tag-being-south-pasadenan","9":"tag-breaking-news","10":"tag-ca","11":"tag-california","12":"tag-featured","13":"tag-la","14":"tag-los-angeles","15":"tag-los-angeles-county","16":"tag-losangeles","17":"tag-south-pasadena-news","18":"tag-weather"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/115370734765380561","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/301760","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=301760"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/301760\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/301761"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=301760"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=301760"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=301760"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}