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LAX PUPs, a program featuring therapy dogs aimed at providing stress relief to travelers, recently visited the firefighter camp at the Rose Bowl. This camp was established for first responders as a gesture of appreciation for their efforts in protecting lives, property, and communities. The announcement was made on X on January 15.
According to Fire Rescue 1, the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, was transformed into a temporary base camp for thousands of firefighters responding to the Eaton Fire. The stadium's expansive parking areas and infrastructure enabled it to host essential facilities such as sleeping quarters, dining stations, and medical tents. The camp also offered food, hygiene facilities, and a command center for coordination among firefighting units. Temporary staging areas were set up for fire engines and equipment maintenance.
The Eaton Fire began burning in Los Angeles County in early January 2025 and had scorched more than 14,000 acres by mid-January. Strong winds and dry conditions contributed to the fire's spread, leading to large-scale evacuations in nearby areas. Firefighting crews from multiple agencies were deployed to contain the blaze using aircraft, bulldozers, and ground crews to establish containment lines. According to Fire Rescue 1, the Rose Bowl Stadium was designated as a temporary staging and recovery site due to its central location and capacity to accommodate large numbers of responders.
