Extreme demand took down LA's water system during the Palisades Fire. Here's how other U.S. cities can prepare
Some 20% of hydrants failed during the fight to save the Pacific Palisades from LA’s massive fire on Jan. 7. Here’s how other ...
For some affluent homeowners, private fire hydrants are in big demand after devastating L.A. wildfires
Homeowners are buying and installing private fire hydrant systems to help protect their homes during wildfires.
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How a Missouri firefighter’s frustration led to better technology to fight fires
Jason Cerrano got the idea for the SAM Control System about 15 years ago while working a house fire for the Pattonville Fire ...
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New $1.3M ladder truck delivered to Royal Oak Fire Department
The truck, which cost $1.7 million, was approved unanimously by the city commission on Aug. 8, 2003. It will replace a 2003, ...
Wildfires Are Revealing the Limits of Our Hydrant Systems
While hydrants can play a role in fighting a wildfire in its early stages, the systems weren’t designed to combat the large blazes currently ravaging the Los Angeles area.