How have the LA Fires affected water systems in LA County?

This report presents an early overview of how the 11 community water systems, 2 major wastewater systems, as well as thousands of private well and septic systems in LA County were affected by the January 2025, the Palisades and Eaton wildfires.

UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation provides an early overview of how LA’s water systems and their residents were impacted by the 2025 wildfires

From boil-water advisories to direct infrastructure damage, findings underscore the need for equitable and resilient recovery.

UCLA Luskin Summit 2025: A Vision for Equitable Recovery After the LA Fires

The UCLA Luskin Summit 2025 brought experts together to explore pathways to equitable and resilient rebuilding in the wake of the LA Fires.

UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation’s Gregory Pierce to lead a new water supply + wildfire research and policy coordination network

Funded by UCLA’s Climate & Wildfire Research Initiative and UCANR, the network aims to strengthen preparedness and recovery at the water-fire nexus.
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Exploring the water footprint of “green” hydrogen for power generation in california

Exploring the Water Footprint of Green Hydrogen for Power Generation in California

In this report, the researchers discuss potential water-related pitfalls, challenges, and open questions surrounding green hydrogen in California.

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.

Do Urban Water Supply Systems Put Out Wildfires?