Pacific Palisades Reservoir Offline During Devastating Wildfire Raises Concerns Over Firefighting Water Supply

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1 year ago

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Credited from: LATIMES

A significant reservoir in Pacific Palisades was out of operation amid a destructive wildfire that razed thousands of homes.
The Santa Ynez Reservoir was offline for repairs, leaving a storage capacity of 117 million gallons empty when firefighters struggled with inadequate water supply.
Fire hydrants in elevated areas ran dry, prompting queries from officials on the influence of the reservoir's closure on firefighting operations.
DWP officials stated that urban water systems are not designed to tackle wildfires of such scale, highlighting failures in maintaining pressure.
The reservoir is set to reopen in February, with maintenance aimed at meeting water quality regulations to prevent future issues.

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