Do Urban Water Supply Systems Put Out Wildfires?

The January 2025 wildfires devastated LA. This FAQ about wildfires provides clear, accurate answers to the most common questions we heard from the public, media, and policymakers about fire hydrants, firefighting, water infrastructure, and more after the devastating LA wildfires in 2025.

Summary: Do Urban Water Supply Systems Put Out Wildfires?

¿Los Sistemas de Agua Urbana Pueden Apagar Incendios Forestales?

Los incendios forestales de enero de 2025 devastaron Los Ángeles. Este documento de preguntas frecuentes proporciona respuestas claras y precisas a las preguntas más comunes que escuchamos del público, los medios y los responsables de políticas públicas sobre los hidrantes contra incendios, el abastecimiento de agua para la extinción de incendios, la infraestructura hídrica y más.

Resumen: ¿Los Sistemas de Agua Urbana Pueden Apagar Incendios Forestales?

UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation’s Strategic Roadmap

Join us on our journey to inform effective and equitable environmental policy

The Resilience Value of Recycled Water for Los Angeles

How does pure water LA (Operation Next) prepare the city for an uncertain future?

Gaining support from key local stakeholders to advance high-impact water affordability policies in the U.S.

Workshop informs key takeaways to build support for high-impact water affordability policies.

Making the Most of Landmark Recycled Water Investments in Los Angeles

Technical Advisory Recommendations for the Region

LCI researchers draft policy briefs to address on-property plumbing issues

Supporting Los Angeles residents’ trust in tap water quality

Tap Water Quality and Distrust in Los Angeles County

Strategies to address premise plumbing