LOS ANGELES (December 5, 2019)–We stand by our position that LADWP did not cause the Creek Fire. We have painstakingly reviewed all aspects of our infrastructure and damage to it by the fire and have found no indication that our equipment caused or contributed to the ignition of the fire. Despite the allegations in the […]
News Releases
LADWP Crews Stop Water Flow on Ruptured Trunk Line in Mission Hills, Prepare Site for Repairs
LOS ANGELES (December 4, 2019)—Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) crews have been working, since before 4 a.m. this morning, on shutting off valves to manage a rupture in a 72-inch diameter trunk line located in Mission Hills. A shutoff of the trunk line needs to completed before excavation and repair work can […]
“Dark Waters” Movie Generates Interest in Drinking Water Quality Testing and C8
LOS ANGELES (November 27, 2019)–The recent film, “Dark Waters,” has generated public interest regarding a particular perfluorinated compound (PFC) called C8 in drinking water sources. While the movie is based on events that occurred in West Virginia, it understandably may raise questions among our customers. As a water utility committed to the protection of public […]
Los Angeles Auto Show Sets the Spotlight on Electrification
EV | LA Aims to Educate and Empower Consumers About Electric Vehicles LOS ANGELES (Nov. 18, 2019) — The Los Angeles Auto Show (LA Auto Show®) today announced its new initiative to increase awareness around electric vehicles (EV) and EV-ownership. Dubbed EV | LA, the new program is made possible with the support of the Los Angeles Department […]
LADWP Joins Utilities Nationwide To Warn Customers About Scams
LOS ANGELES (November 21, 2019) – The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has joined with utilities nationwide in a campaign to warn and educate its customers about the tactics used by scammers to steal their money. The week-long National Scam Awareness Week, from November 18 to November 22, is an advocacy and […]
LADWP Statement Regarding City Controller’s Report on Wildfire Prevention
LOS ANGELES (November 20, 2019)–LADWP spent the last six months working with the City Controller’s staff to discuss and share elements of the Department’s Draft Wildfire Mitigation Plan, which will be presented to the Board of Water and Power Commissioners on December 10, 2019. This plan addresses and includes many of the recommendations made in […]
