Gavin Newsom has ordered an investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power amid reports of a loss of water pressure to fire hydrants and limited water resources in the wildfire zones. In the letter addressed to LADWP Chief Executive ...
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag are suing the city of Los Angeles and the Department of Water and Power, alleging that the agencies' management of the water supply directly caused damage to their home in the Pacific Palisades Fire.
President Trump is ripping California Gov. Gavin Newsom over mismanagement of the state leading up to the devastating wildfires and handling of sanctuary cities ahead of his visit to the Golden State.
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.
More influential in the spread of the wildfires were the extended drought and fierce Santa Ana winds that whipped up the flames and sent fire fronts hurtling towards residential areas. Still, those who are pursuing legal action, perhaps to cover uninsured losses, will be hoping to pin the blame on the state.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an investigation into the loss of water pressure and unavailability of water from the reservoir during the fires in Los Angeles.
Critics have raised concerns about inadequate preparedness, water shortages and budget cuts hampering the city's response to the wildfires.
Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., appeared to deflect when ... Newsom’s press office responded to the comments on X, stating, "LADWP said that because of the high water demand, pump stations at lower ...
Gavin Newsom has ordered an investigation into the ... In the letter addressed to LADWP Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer Janisse Quiñones and L.A. County Public Works Director Mark ...
Calif., responded to those "so angry" over his wildfire response by passing the buck, saying that he's not getting "straight answers" from local leaders.