Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass addressed criticism regarding the fire hydrants running out of water during the Palisades Fire, stating that the level of devastation was not solely due to the water supply. Mayor Bass emphasized that the unprecedented nature of the event played a significant role in the challenges faced.
Mayor Bass highlighted that fire hydrants are not designed to handle such massive devastation, which was exacerbated by the extreme conditions of the fire. She explained that the high winds during the incident not only fueled the flames but also hindered the efforts of support aircraft, making the situation even more difficult to manage.
