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A wildfire devastated Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, exposing shocking mismanagement of critical firefighting resources. The Sanz Reservoir, designed to hold 117 million gallons of water for emergencies, was drained and offline for repairs when the fire hit, leaving firefighters without sufficient water. The decision to empty the reservoir, despite known fire risks and strong Santa Ana winds, sparked outrage and lawsuits. Critics, including residents, questioned why repairs took over a year, especially for an $889,000 fix. Meanwhile, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was in Ghana, and Governor Gavin Newsom deflected responsibility by emphasizing state versus city jurisdictions. Fire experts claim the water shortage worsened the disaster, highlighting systemic failures in disaster preparedness. This negligence underscores the need for competent leadership and accountability as communities grapple with the slow, costly rebuilding process. It’s a stark reminder of the consequences of prioritizing bureaucracy over public safety.
By Sean Reynolds4.4
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A wildfire devastated Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, exposing shocking mismanagement of critical firefighting resources. The Sanz Reservoir, designed to hold 117 million gallons of water for emergencies, was drained and offline for repairs when the fire hit, leaving firefighters without sufficient water. The decision to empty the reservoir, despite known fire risks and strong Santa Ana winds, sparked outrage and lawsuits. Critics, including residents, questioned why repairs took over a year, especially for an $889,000 fix. Meanwhile, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was in Ghana, and Governor Gavin Newsom deflected responsibility by emphasizing state versus city jurisdictions. Fire experts claim the water shortage worsened the disaster, highlighting systemic failures in disaster preparedness. This negligence underscores the need for competent leadership and accountability as communities grapple with the slow, costly rebuilding process. It’s a stark reminder of the consequences of prioritizing bureaucracy over public safety.

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