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 ...
California wildfires latest: Rain brings relief — and mudslides — to burn areas in Los Angeles
More than an inch of rain fell in parts of Los Angeles Monday afternoon, triggering flash flood watches and warnings in areas ...
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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Denton Fire Department Bolsters Readiness with State-of-the-Art Engine 5
The Denton Fire Department has added a new Pierce Enforcer Pumper, Engine 5, to enhance its firefighting capabilities.
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Britain’s firefighting robot that can spray 2,000 litres of water a minute enters service
A fire and rescue service in the United Kingdom has added a firefighting robot to its equipment. The new piece of technology ...
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.
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Water, always essential to fighting fires
Help in fighting the recent Los Angeles fires came from many corners, and the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District was part ...