Fighting Fire with Salt Water The quick answer is ... The San Francisco Auxiliary Water Supply System is a prime example. Created in the early 20th century, it uses freshwater or saltwater.

Water supplies ran dry in the Pacific Palisades fire, in part because a reservoir was shut down for repairs. Records show the ...

Meanwhile, we’re told the decrease shouldn’t heavily impact our drinking water supply. Just a few months ago, the Blair Bridge Fire over by Garden of the Gods spooked neighbors as flames came ...

“It’s no longer just about fighting the fire, but about establishing a reliable and substantial water supply," Miller said. "This often necessitates a coordinated response from multiple agencie ...

The massive, boxy emergency vehicles are also outfitted with all manners of fire fighting equipment ... as they typically carry their own water supply, along with the hoses and pumps needed ...