The Eaton Fire in Altadena and Pasadena, east of Los Angeles, faced water pressure issues during firefighting due to high demand, similar to the situation in Pacific Palisades. Local authorities are working to clear the water system of contaminants.
Key Points
Water pressure dropped during the fire due to high demand
Contaminants entered the water system, prompting warnings to residents not to drink the water yet
Future solutions may involve neighborhood water storage tanks for emergencies
Pros
Local authorities are taking steps to clear the water system of contaminants
Residents are discussing the idea of having neighborhood water storage tanks for emergencies
Cons
Water pressure issues affected firefighting efforts during the Eaton Fire