LOS ANGELES (MAY 4, 2023)–LADWP crews are currently working as quickly as possible to clear the backlog of needed repairs to power poles, cross-arms and other overhead electrical equipment identified through its inspection program. LADWP is committed to the completion of its “Priority 1” repairs by May 16, 2023, as they pose a potential risk […]
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LADWP Crews Prepare for Runoff from Record Snowpack Melt, Shares Public Safety Resources
**UPDATED with latest runoff percentage 4/25/2023 12:30pm PT APRIL 25, 2023 (LOS ANGELES) – The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), has begun preparing early for this year’s runoff based on lessons learned from the last extreme wet year in 2017. The historic snowpack levels in the Eastern Sierra of 296 percent of […]
LADWP Statement Regarding Settlement of Litigation Regarding 2021 Electrocution of Ferdinand and Janina Tejada in Panorama City
LOS ANGELES (APRIL 24, 2023)– We extend our deepest condolences to the family members of Ferdinand and Janina Tejada, a Panorama City father and daughter, who were tragically electrocuted when they came into contact with a downed electrical wire in the early morning hours of January 25, 2021. The loss their loved ones have experienced […]
Record Snowpack Dramatically Improves Water Supply Outlook for Los Angeles
Extremes in Weather Patterns Heighten Need to Continue Using Water Wisely LOS ANGELES (April 12, 2023) — After completing the final snow surveys for the 2022-2023 winter season, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) announced a record snowpack of 296% of normal for the Eastern Sierra on April 1. The snowpack created […]
LADWP Crews Prepared as Heavy Rain and Wind Storm Forecasted, Reminds Public to Stay Away from Downed Power Lines
LOS ANGELES (MARCH 20, 2023) – Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) crews are prepared to respond to any potential power outages that may occur as another heavy rain and wind storm is forecasted to hit Los Angeles tonight through Wednesday. Los Angeles will also be under a high wind watch. This means […]
L.A. Water & Power Commissioners Unanimously Approve New Energy Services Policy Changes to Speed Construction, Lower Costs for 100% Affordable Housing Developments and Permanent Supportive Units
The Board’s “Project PowerHouse” pilot program would end requirement that developers of 100% affordable housing pay for power infrastructure upgrades and implement plans for faster power design services for affordable housing builders to align LADWP policy with Mayor Karen Bass’s homeless and affordable housing priorities. LOS ANGELES (March 14, 2023) — Los Angeles Board of […]
