Palisades Fire Impacting Swimmers Across Los Angeles Area [Video]

The Palisades Fire has now burned more than 15,000 acres across the state of California. More than 150,000 people have evacuated, and homes, businesses, and schools are being destroyed.

Rose Bowl Aquatics in Pasadena is one of the victims of the fire, with evacuation warnings in their area. Surveillance photos show smoky residue in the pool and damage to the tarps covering the pool. Their website and social media announced they would be closed until further notice. 

The Rose Bowl Football Stadium directly adjacent to the aquatic center was also evacuated.

The Mission Viejo Nadadores are offering temporary training to any athletes who have been displaced, and they ask athletes to email Coach Sarah Dawson at [email protected] for more information.

Other areas being affected include Malibu where Pepperdine University is located. As of 1:00 P.M. on January 8th, their school website states there is no immediate threat to campus, and they have not evacuated. …