Tens of Thousands Told to Evacuate as New Fire Rages North of L.A.
The Hughes fire, burning near Castaic Lake north of Santa Clarita, exploded to more than 10,000 acres of mostly brush in just a few hours. More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders and warnings.
California Gov. Newsom orders independent investigation after hydrants run dry: 'We need answers'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an independent investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power after fire hydrants went dry during the devastating fires.
Spencer Pratt, Heidi Montag Sue Los Angeles Over Water Supply Issues That Hampered Firefighting
The lawsuit faults the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power for delaying repairs to a massive reservoir that services the Pacific Palisades.
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COLUMN: Burning Questions: Why LADWP Didn't Cut Power in Pacific Palisades
PACIFIC PALISADES - What struck me about the Palisades Fire is that LADWP (aka DWP) did not shut off the power (while keeping it on to the water pump stations for as long as possible) in Pacific Palisades to prevent it.
Pacific Palisades residents sue Los Angeles department of water and power
A group of Pacific Palisades residents and businesses impacted by the Palisades Fire has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles against the city's Department of Water and Power.
LA Water Department Sued Over Wildfire Response
Palisades fire victims say the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power failed to manage supplies crucial to battling the blaze.
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Newsom calls for investigation into LA water supply issues during California wildfires
Firefighters battling the Palisades Fire reported poor water pressure in hydrants, and a nearby reservoir was closed as the fire scorched thousands of acres. The state's now trying to find out why.
LA fire crews make progress but dangers remain; EPA hazmat teams to start cleaning debris
Meanwhile, Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley said residents eager to return to evacuated areas must remain patient.
Power lines and wildfires: Experts say communities can be better protected, at a high cost
No official causes yet for LA fires, but utilities have a deadly history of sparking blazes. Cut the power and bury the lines, some experts say.
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Eaton Fire updates: Crews worry wind could lead to flare-ups in Los Angeles
SHE JOINS US LIVE FROM ALTADENA, THE PLACE OF THE EATON FIRE. AND THERE’S JUST SO MUCH DESTRUCTION. ANDREA. LISA, IT’S JUST YOU DON’T EVEN UNDERSTAND HOW BAD IT IS UNTIL YOU’RE HERE ON THE GROUND. WE’RE SEEING THE DEVASTATION FIRSTHAND.
California lawmakers approve more than $2.5B in disaster relief for Los Angeles
California lawmakers in the State Senate and Assembly unanimously passed legislation that provides more than $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area begin the cleanup and recovery process from the devastating wildfires.
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Los Angeles County, CA Sanitation Districts Launches Clean Water Works Education Foundation
The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (LACSD) has launched the Clean Water Works Education Foundation (CWWEF), a new nonprofit (501(c)(3)) entity