Pasadena Fire Department

The City Council will vote on August 3 to place a parcel tax on the November ballot to fund upgrades for the Pasadena Fire Department. A poll is currently testing voter support, with some locals advocating for more studies. The author urges ending the poll, referencing the Eaton Fire's impact on residents.

The City of Pasadena is urging residents to prepare for extreme heat by following safety guidelines and staying updated through social media and the city website. City departments and the Pasadena Fire Department are working together to provide resources and prevent fires during the heatwave.

A residential fire in Pasadena was contained to the exterior of a home on Del Monte Street, with no injuries reported. Firefighters responded quickly, preventing significant interior damage.

Pasadena Fire Department Water Tender 34 and two engineers are deployed to assist Los Angeles County Fire Department in battling the Summit Fire near Jesus Canyon Road in Llano. The fire began Friday near Jesus Canyon Road and East Avenue Z, close to the Los Angeles-San Bernardino County line.

The Pasadena Fire Department will offer a free disaster-preparedness training on July 18, covering topics such as personal preparedness, fire-extinguisher use, first aid, and light search and rescue. The session, part of the 'Prepared Pasadena' program, requires registration and is open to City of Pasadena residents.

A Los Angeles police officer sustained minor injuries in a motorcycle crash on the Foothill Freeway in Pasadena. The incident occurred at 1:02 p.m. Thursday, leading to the closure of two eastbound lanes and a SigAlert issued by the California Highway Patrol. The Pasadena Fire Department responded to the scene, though additional details were not immediately provided.

Most government offices and financial markets in Pasadena will be closed on July 3 due to Independence Day, but police, fire departments, banks, and trash collection will remain operational. The federal executive branch is observing the holiday on July 3 because Independence Day falls on July 4, a Saturday.

A 36-year-old Pasadena man was arrested after shooting an acquaintance multiple times with a BB gun, causing injuries to the victim's arm, abdomen, and back. The victim was hospitalized with puncture wounds and lacerations but was reported in stable condition.

Pasadena City Hall and administrative offices will close on July 3 for Independence Day, while essential emergency services remain operational. Police and fire departments will maintain patrol and emergency services, but their administrative offices will be closed. Public services and transit routes may operate on adjusted schedules.

The Pasadena Fire Department and Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management are distributing free NOAA Weather Alert Radios to help households during wildfires, earthquakes, and other disasters. The program, launched in June, provides resilient backup communication independent of power, cellular networks, and internet.

Pasadena officials, including Fire Chief Chad Augustin and Police Chief Gene Harris, warned of strict enforcement against illegal fireworks ahead of the July 4 holiday. The city reiterated that all fireworks are prohibited and violators will face citations or arrests.

A man died after jumping from the Lake Avenue overpass onto the 210 Freeway eastbound lanes. Pasadena Police and Fire Department responded to the incident on June 19 at approximately 5:01 p.m., with witnesses confirming the man leapt from the overpass.

Pasadena is deploying police officers, firefighters, and firework prevention teams to enforce illegal fireworks laws on July 4. The city also inspected 4,611 residential properties for hazardous vegetation ahead of the holiday.

Pasadena is seeking resident input on a $227 million 10-year plan to modernize its fire department, including rebuilding fire stations, updating the 911 system, and adding emergency resources. The plan follows the Eaton Fire incident, which strained the department's capabilities.

The Pasadena Fire Department and Huntington Health are hosting a free CPR training event at Villa Parke from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday to teach life-saving techniques.

High gas prices are forcing Southern California agencies to cut fuel spending. Pasadena's fire department and police department experienced 39% and 38% increases in fuel spending, respectively, since the war with Iran began in late February through April.