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Even a full reservoir wouldn't have ensured water in Palisades fire, California officials say

In January, when crews fighting the fast-spreading Palisades fire were hampered by low water pressure and dry hydrants, Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered an investigation. After a 10-month review, California ...

Then and Now: An aerial comparison of Palisades fire aftermath nearly 1 year later

Photojournalist Jeff Gritchen returns to the Palisades fire’s footprint. He finds a changing landscape as he views from above ...
Los Angeles Times

‘It’s still smoldering.’ A hiker’s video of Palisades fire raises questions about state’s responsibility

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A hiker’s video shows smoke rising from the Lachman fire burn scar on Jan. 2, hours after the LAFD declared the ...
Los Angeles Daily News

Plants over people? Regulatory gridlock and the Palisades fire

Imagine being fined $1.9 million for trying to prevent a catastrophic wildfire that would destroy lives and property in Pacific Palisades. That’s what happened to the city of Los Angeles, specifically ...
Los Angeles Times

Many in Pacific Palisades blame L.A. City Hall for fire failures. But can they win in court?

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Can Pacific Palisades residents sue the city of L.A. for a series of fire failures? Some lawyers say the arrest ...

Erewhon and others shut by fire set to reopen in Pacific Palisades mall

Fancy grocer Erewhon will return to Pacific Palisades in an entirely rebuilt store, as the neighborhood's luxury mall, owned ...
Mercury News

Here’s a look at California’s 5 most destructive wildfires

LOS ANGELES — The Palisades Fire was the most destructive blaze in Los Angeles to date and among the five worst in California’s history. Related Articles Why Congressional ‘Fix Our Forests Act’ would ...