Station Fire Lawyer: 2009 Angeles National Forest Fire Claims
The Station Fire was the largest fire in Los Angeles County history. We provide legal guidance for fire victims throughout the region.
About the 2009 Station Fire
The Station Fire ignited on August 26, 2009, in the Angeles National Forest near La Cañada Flintridge. It became the largest fire in Los Angeles County history, burning for over two months and consuming more than 160,000 acres of mountainous terrain.
The fire was started by arson and resulted in tragic consequences, including the deaths of two Los Angeles County firefighters, Captain Ted Hall and Firefighter Specialist Arnie Quinones, who died when their fire engine rolled over on a steep mountain road while battling the blaze.
Station Fire Quick Facts
- Date: August 26 - October 16, 2009
- Location: Angeles National Forest
- Size: 160,577 acres (largest in LA County history)
- Structures destroyed: 209 structures (89 homes)
- Fatalities: 2 firefighters killed
- Cause: Arson (perpetrator convicted)
- Cost: Over $95 million in suppression costs
Areas Affected by the Station Fire
The Station Fire primarily burned in the Angeles National Forest but threatened and damaged communities at the forest interface:
- La Cañada Flintridge
- La Crescenta
- Acton
- Big Tujunga Canyon
- Vogel Flat
- Tujunga
- Sunland
- Glendale (foothill areas)
- Pasadena (foothill areas)
Station Fire Legacy and Ongoing Impact
The Station Fire had lasting impacts on the region:
- Debris flows: Following the fire, winter rains caused significant mudslides and debris flows in burned areas, damaging additional properties
- Water quality: Ash and sediment contaminated local reservoirs and watersheds
- Property values: Homes near burn areas experienced long-term value impacts
- Fire prevention: Led to increased focus on vegetation management and firebreaks
California Wildfire Legal Representation
While the Station Fire occurred in 2009 and most claims have been resolved, our firm has extensive experience with California wildfire litigation. We continue to represent victims of recent fires including the Eaton Fire, Pacific Palisades Fire, and other wildfires throughout California.
If you've been affected by any California wildfire, contact us for a free evaluation of your legal options.
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