Wildfires swept through Los Angeles, creating a water crisis for firefighters. The Palisades Fire started on Tuesday and quickly drained the city’s three million-gallon water tanks. By Wednesday morning, the tanks were empty, leaving hydrants dry and residents worried. Janisse Quiñones, CEO of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, said water demand surged […]
Wildfires in Los Angeles have killed at least 10 people and destroyed nearly 10,000 structures. Strong desert winds fanned the flames into a third night on Thursday. The Palisades Fire burned between Santa Monica and Malibu, and the Eaton Fire spread near Pasadena. Both fires became the most destructive in Los Angeles history. Together, they […]
Three wildfires around Los Angeles remain uncontrolled and may worsen with strong winds on Wednesday, officials warned. Thousands of residents, including those in Pacific Palisades, have evacuated. The Palisades Fire began around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday and spread to 2,921 acres by Wednesday morning. The Eaton Fire near Pasadena ignited just after 6 p.m. Tuesday and […]
