WATCH: The #EatonFire reaches the communication structures of Mt. Wilson!
— Bryan Hernandez (@bryanhTV) January 9, 2025
This as the fire reportedly remains at 10,600 acres with no containment.
Courtesy: @ALERTCalifornia pic.twitter.com/gSEggM9q6f
Nestled high in the San Gabriel Mountains, Mt. Wilson serves as a linchpin for communication networks in the Greater Los Angeles area. This iconic site, home to a plethora of broadcast towers, antennas, and satellite facilities, facilitates radio, television, emergency services, and cellular communications for millions of residents. But what would happen if a wildfire were to engulf Mt. Wilson, rendering its infrastructure inoperable? The consequences could be far-reaching and devastating.
