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Podcast: News For Reasonable People
Episode: #2,713 - Reservoir Meant to Protect Pacific Palisades Stood Empty as Wildfires Raged
Description: 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...