Pasadena Firefighters, Equipment Join Battle Against Raging Post Fire Near Gorman

Firefighters and equipment from the Pasadena Fire Department have joined the fight against the explosive Post Fire near Gorman, California, which has consumed over 14,625 acres and was only 2% contained as of early Monday morning.

The Pasadena Fire Department deployed Engine 36 as part of Strike Team XLC-1201A, along with engines from Burbank and Glendale, to assist the Los Angeles County Fire Department in battling the blaze. 

Additionally, Pasadena’s Water Tender 34 is en route to provide support.

In the latest updates as of this report, Cal Fire said approximately 1,200 people have been evacuated from the Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area and regions near Pyramid Lake. Evacuation orders are in place for areas west of Interstate 5 between Pyramid Lake and Gorman, while evacuation warnings have been issued for regions south of Pyramid Lake.

More than 300 firefighters from various agencies are combating the fire, utilizing 114 engines, seven helicopters, and numerous water tenders. However, strong winds with gusts up to 60 mph are expected to persist through Monday, hindering containment efforts and prompting a Red Flag Warning.

The fire has damaged two structures but has not destroyed any. It threatens ten commercial properties and 50 single-family residences. No injuries have been reported among civilians or firefighters.

Smoke advisories have been issued for the Santa Clarita and Castaic areas due to unhealthy air quality caused by the fire, and Ventura County has also issued an air quality alert for Monday.

The cause of the Post Fire remains under investigation.