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Friday, August 29, 2025

Army Corps Completes Debris Removal From Eaton Fire in Altadena

CITY NEWS SERVICE

[photo credit: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers]

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has completed final debris removal in Altadena and neighboring communities impacted by the Eaton Fire, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger announced Friday

The corps signed off at Eliot Arts Magnet School in Altadena, marking the completion of debris operations in Pasadena and Sierra Madre, according to Barger’s office. Restoration work will continue through the fall at the Altadena Golf Course, with a final handover to the county Department of Parks and Recreation expected by the end of the year.

“I thank the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for their extraordinary service to the residents of Altadena and our region,” Barger said in a statement. “Their dedication and professionalism ensured that recovery efforts moved forward quickly and effectively.”

Barger said the county’s focus will now fully shift toward rebuilding. She pledged to continue monitoring progress and working alongside residents to support long-term recovery and restoration.

“Our residents deserve nothing less than a full and resilient recovery,” Barger said.

The Eaton Fire destroyed or damaged more than 9,000 structures and killed 19 people.