Mount Wilson: Observatory Reports Eaton Fire ‘Seems to Be Under Control,’ Lessening Threat to Comms Towers
Officials with Mt. Wilson Observatory reported last night that the Eaton Fire, which reached the top of Mt. Wilson, the broadcast hub for Los Angeles on Thursday, now “seems to be under control.”
Historic Mount Wilson, crucial communications link for California, threatened by Eaton Fire
The Eaton Fire burning through the hillsides and mountains above Pasadena is now approaching the Mount Wilson Observatory, with potential implications for both the historic structures and emergency communications during the ongoing wildfire siege devastating Los Angeles.
L.A. Wildfires: Mount Wilson Evacuations Ordered As Eaton Canyon Fire Threatens TV & Radio Transmission Towers
An immediate evacuation has been ordered for Mount Wilson and the Observatory as the Eaton Canyon Fire advances. Mount Wilson, above Los Angeles, is home to numerous television and radio transmission towers which are utilized for stations in the greater L.
Mt. Wilson threatened by spread of Eaton fire
Authorities could not say what or how many structures are threatened by the spread, such as communication towers and the Mount Wilson observatory.
Watch: Eaton Fire flares up near summit of Mount Wilson
The Eaton Fire that started in the foothills northeast of Los Angeles flared up Thursday morning near Mount Wilson.
Fire approaches communication towers on California's Mount Wilson
Flames from the massive Eaton Fire are approaching the summit of California's Mount Wilson. The mountaintop is home to communication towers and an historic observatory.
Eaton Fire flares up at peak of Mount Wilson
In an update Thursday morning, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone said that in addition to the fatalities, 1,000 structures were damaged, and several injuries have been reported. Four firefighters are injured,
Eaton Fire Approaches Mount Wilson, Critical Telecom Infrastructure Threatened | Videos
The Eaton Fire is advancing toward Mount Wilson in Pasadena, endangering vital TV and radio infrastructure. Videos on social media show smoke and flames nearing broadcast stations, raising alarm. The rapidly spreading fire threatens critical communications as firefighters work to contain its progress and protect the area’s essential facilities.
Back From Black: L.A.’s ABC7 Over-The-Air Signal Is Working Again — Update
L.A.'s ABC7 is back from black. An over-the-air signal which malfunctioned amid the Eaton Fire is working again.
Eaton Fire growth has "been significantly stopped" as it moves towards Mt. Wilson
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, five people have died in the blaze that has moved through Pasadena, ...
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Jet Propulsion Lab and Mount Wilson Observatory closed amid Eaton fire
The key NASA center remains under a mandatory evacuation order, but officials say both it and Mount Wilson are protected for ...
Eaton fire grows to over 14,000 acres, but most Pasadena residents can return home
Decreased winds have helped slow progression of the fire, as officials prepare for the return of strong winds early next week ...
Firefighters battle to protect NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Mt. Wilson
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Eaton Fire Puts L.A. Broadcast Towers at Risk
Towers for all the major TV stations are located on the mountain, as are transmitters for many FM radio stations.
Eaton Fire moves north to Mt. Wilson
While fire officials said that growth of the 10,600-acre Eaton Fire has been significantly stopped, it continues movement ...
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Channel 7 is back from black: Watch live coverage via TV, app, web
ABC7's over-the-air signal was having issues Friday morning as the Eaton Fire burned near the Mount Wilson Observatory.