California Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered an investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power amid reports of a loss of water pressure to fire hydrants and limited water resources in the wildfire zones.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an independent investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) after firefighters faced a nightmare situation: fire hydrants that had run out of water.

The 117-million-gallon Santa Ynez Reservoir — located in the fire-ravaged Pacific Palisades neighborhood — was empty and undergoing fixes to its torn cover when the historic blaze

Meanwhile, Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley said residents eager to return to evacuated areas must remain patient.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an investigation into the loss of water pressure and unavailability of water from the reservoir during the fires in Los Angeles.

Critics have raised concerns about inadequate preparedness, water shortages and budget cuts hampering the city's response to the wildfires.

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Amid this week's historic wildfire damage in Southern California, Gov. Gavin Newsom is demanding an investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an independent investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) after firefighters faced a nightmare situation: fire hydrants that had ...

Gavin Newsom has ordered an investigation into the ... In the letter addressed to LADWP Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer Janisse Quiñones and L.A. County Public Works Director Mark ...

"LADWP crews will begin to restore power to these customers once we receive clearance from CAL FIRE to re-energize the circuits and assess the lines for hazards," said the utility in a statement.