Crime & Safety

San Dimas Resident Raises Concerns About Fires Along 57 Freeway

"My fear is of a fire," resident Marnie Trussell said. "In the past month, we've had three fires in San Dimas."

(CBS LA)

Updated on: October 8, 2026 / 11:01 PM PDT

Flies and ants swarm a pile of rotting trash tucked into this alcove beside the 57 Freeway in San Dimas.

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There are signs that people have been camping in the overgrown brush where CBS LA also found an open can of fuel meant for outdoor power equipment.

"My fear is of a fire," resident Marnie Trussell said. "In the past month, we've had three fires in San Dimas."

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