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NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab still 'untouched' by raging LA fires
The powerful Eaton fire has not reached the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California, NASA's lead center for robotic planetary exploration.
Firefighters battle to protect NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Mt. Wilson
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Wildfires Close NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) will be closed through at least Jan. 13 due to the Eaton Fire, one of five uncontrolled wildfires blazing in Los Angeles County, California. JPL is within the mandatory evacuation zone for the Eaton Fire, north of Pasadena.
Jet Propulsion Lab and Mount Wilson Observatory closed amid Eaton fire
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and the historic Mount Wilson Observatory in California appear to be unscathed by the Eaton fire burning through Pasadena and Altadena - for now. However, over 150 JPL employees have lost their homes,
NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab closed due to raging LA fires
"No fire damage so far (some wind damage) but it is very close to the lab. Hundreds of JPLers have been evacuated from their homes & many have lost homes."
Firefighters Protect Historic Mt. Wilson Observatory From Eaton Fire
The blaze threatened the observatory and communications infrastructure at the peak. Later, an observatory official said it appeared to be under control.
Mount Wilson Observatory, telescope not damaged in Eaton Fire
The Eaton Fire made a run for Mount Wilson on Thursday - but the historic observatory and telescope were not damaged, thanks to firefighters.
Mt. 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.” Prior to the announcement last night,
Asteroid Alinda: How to get a glimpse of massive, once in a century asteroid as it flies past Earth
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Satellite mission will closely monitor changes on Earth's surface
The U.S.-India NISAR mission will track Earth's surface changes weekly, offering insights into glaciers, forests, and ...
Map: Palisades and Eaton fire perimeters and evacuation zones
New evacuation orders continue to be issued as the Palisades Fire grew to the north and east. The expanded zone, 77 square ...
Hillside horror: How California's Eaton Fire rapidly expanded, decimating Altadena community
Firefighters continued working to contain the Eaton Fire that has burned Altadena and northern Pasadena. Here’s how the blaze ...
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Devastation of raging Los Angeles fires visible from space in satellite images
Firefighters have stopped the deadly flames from damaging the historic Mt. Wilson Observatory and NASA's Jet Propulsion ...
Eaton Fire death toll rises, making it one of the deadliest blazes in California history
After decimating neighborhoods in Altadena, the Eaton Fire has now become one of the deadliest in California history.​ ...
Death toll from California wildfires rises to 16: LA Medical Examiner
California wildfires have killed at least 16 people, a death toll expected to climb for the Palisades and Eaton blazes that ...
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NASA Explains How Do Glaciers Melt
Learn how glaciers melt and contribute to seas rising in this animated explainer from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.