Pasadena: Pasadena on emergency footing as powerful winds whip Southern California (VIDEO)

Pasadena really took the brunt of last night's wind storm. Trees remain down, with streets blocked and traffic lights out in some areas. Schools will stay closed tomorrow too, according to media reports. The 42 buildings aroundResidents of Pasadena's Historic Highlands district remove debris from lawns and driveways and reduce an uprooted jacaranda to fireplace-size logs. 'Oh, you think we are just helping out the city by clearing the street?' one neighbor laughed.Pasadena

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