Hydrants issue impaired LA wildfires fight, governor says, as evacuation area grows
As 11 are confirmed dead, Gavin Newsom orders an independent investigation into the water supply issue that hampered fire crews.
Death toll in Los Angeles wildfires rises to 10, officials report
The confirmed death toll in the Los Angeles wildfires doubled Thursday night — from five fatalities to 10. The office of the Los Angeles County medical examiner announced it was investigating 10 fire-related deaths as of 9 p.
Los Angeles wildfires: How hydrants ran ‘completely dry’ amid raging flames
The series of fires that started spreading on Tuesday continue to ravage southern California, leaving a trail of devastation across LA, home to Hollywood.
Death toll rises as governor confirms hydrants issue 'impaired' LA wildfires fight
As 11 are confirmed dead, Gavin Newsom orders an independent investigation into the water supply issue that hampered fire crews.
The Los Angeles wildfires are upending life for the city’s workers. What bosses need to know
Los Angeles is in the grip of unprecedented wildfires that are destroying homes and ending lives. A fire that started in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday morning quickly blazed out of control,
'Firenado' caught on camera during Los Angeles wildfires
KOIN 6 Meteorologist Josh Cozart explains why the Los Angeles area saw a 'firenado' or 'fire whirl' Friday night as KTLA helicopter photographers capture the rare event.
Governor says lack of water for hydrants 'impaired' fight against wildfires
As we approach mid-afternoon in LA, here's a quick roundup on the wildfires that continue to rage across the city Residents of Altadena and Pasadena have been warned by the senator who represents the district not to return to their properties.
Why some fire hydrants in LA had no water to fight the fires, despite full reservoirs
Some fire hydrants in Los Angeles had no water to douse the fires. Here's what happened, and why the endangered smelt fish ...
Biden claim about empty hydrants undermined by LA water utility's lack of common wildfire safety protocol
President Biden on Thursday said that empty fire hydrants in the Los Angeles area were the result of an intentional power ...
LA Fire Hydrants Running Dry Poses New Danger in Combating Blazes
As firefighters battle infernos that have caused billions in damages, a shortage of water is making their job harder.
Yes, Some LA Fire Hydrants Ran Out of Water. That's Not the Whole Story, Though
Los Angeles officials said a "tremendous" demand — four times normal levels — during the Palisades fire caused some hydrants ...
What caused LA fire hydrants to run out of water?
Firefighters working to extinguish the wildfires in the Los Angeles area have faced challenges as hydrants either have water ...
LA County cut fire budget while spending heavily on DEI, woke items: 'Midnight Stroll Transgender Cafe'
A review of Los Angeles County's budget shows that thousands of dollars were allocated to diversity, equity and inclusion ...
LA fire chief lashes out at City Hall over fire preparedness; Newsom demands probe of water issues
Business manager at DWP union said ‘It’s unacceptable that the reservoir was empty for almost a year for a minor repair.” ...
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LA water chief knew about empty reservoir, broken hydrants months before fires: Report
Los Angeles' water chief reportedly knew about an empty reservoir and broken fire hydrants months before the deadly wildfires ...
Watch: Gavin Newsom confronted by furious LA resident after fire hydrants run dry
A furious Los Angeles mother confronted Gavin Newsom, California’s star Democratic governor, demanding to know why hydrants ...
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LA Water And Power Officials Rake In Fat Salaries As Fire Hydrants Run Dry
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) officials raked in enormous taxpayer-funded paychecks before its fire ...
What to Know About the LA Fire Hydrants That Ran Dry When They Were Needed Most
As wildfires become increasingly common in urban areas, public water systems are often unable to meet the firefighting demand ...