Why fire hydrants ran dry as wildfires tore through Los Angeles
Water experts dismissed Trump’s claims that California water policy is to blame for dry hydrants. But Los Angeles is also unprepared for the age of urban wildfires.
‘Completely Dry’: How Los Angeles Firefighters Ran Out of Water
As wildfires roar into residential neighborhoods, firefighters in California and elsewhere are finding that water systems can’t keep up with the demand.
Why did fire hydrants run dry amid Los Angeles fires? It's a familiar problem in disasters
Why did dozens of fire hydrants go dry as firefighters rushed to combat flames from spreading in the Los Angeles area? National investigative correspondent Patrick Terpstra explains.
Los Angeles mayor faces backlash over wildfires
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass repeatedly dodged questions about her leadership and alleged lack of initial presence during the ongoing wildfires affecting the area.
Fire hydrants ran dry in Southern California just when they were needed most
Some Los Angeles fire hydrants ran dry in recent days as demand soared for water to quell fast-moving wildfires
California Fires Containment Status for Each Major Blaze in Los Angeles
Some fires burning across Los Angeles County have begun to be put out, but one of the biggest blazes is still burning uncontained.
Wildfires Latest: Death Toll Expected to Rise as Fires Rage Through Los Angeles
Firefighters are battling to control a series of major fires in the Los Angeles area that have killed five people, ravaged communities from the Pacific Coast to Pasadena and sent thousands of people f
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California fires live updates: 5 dead in LA fires as crews work to control new blaze
At least five people are dead and many more injured as several fires broke out across Southern California amid historically dry and windy conditions.
The Los Angeles Wildfires
As wildfires rip across parts of Los Angeles, BBC News is live with the latest, from the US. Presented by Maryam Moshiri.
Fire Hydrants Ran Dry in California, Highlighting a Major Problem in Firefighting
Some Los Angeles fire hydrants have run dry as demand soared for water to quell wildfires that broke out across the county
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California fires live updates: Kenneth Fire grows nearly 1,000 acres, 0% containment
The largest, the Palisades Fire, in Pacific Palisades, has scorched over 19,000 acres, destroyed thousands of structures and remains zero percent contained. The Eaton Fire, in Altadena, now stands at more than 13,
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 ...
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 ...
Here's what really caused L.A. fire hydrants to run out of water
As unprecedented wildfires raged through Los Angeles, some firefighters suddenly lost access to water. City officials called ...
California wildfires live updates: 10 killed in Los Angeles County as Palisades, Kenneth and Eaton Fires continue to burn
A new fire — the Kenneth Fire — erupted Thursday afternoon, so far spreading across 960 acres in Los Angeles and Ventura ...
Fire hydrants ran dry due extreme demand in Pacific Palisades, officials say
Three large water tanks in the Pacific Palisades area ran out by early Wednesday morning, officials said, reducing water ...
'Completely dry': Why did Los Angeles firefighters run out of water?
A firefighter battles the Eaton Fire on Jan. 8, 2025 in Altadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope) "Completely dry - couldn't get any water out of it," said Captain Kevin Easton, who was part of a ...
Who Is Kristin Crowley? Los Angeles Fire Chief Faces Wave of Anger
The anger comes as authorities said the four fires, which have burned almost 4,000 acres, have not yet been contained.
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 ...