Newsom Wants to Know Why Fire Hydrants Went Dry

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California ordered an inquiry into a loss of water pressure after it was revealed that a reservoir was offline when the fires started.

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Fires Prompt Water Advisories for Some in the L.A. Area

The devastating wildfires have raised concerns about the safety of the water supply in some places. Here’s a list of the warnings and instructions for residents.

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‘Completely Dry’: How Los Angeles Firefighters Ran Out of Water

As wildfires roar into residential neighborhoods, firefighters in California and elsewhere are finding that water systems can’t keep up with the demand.

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Water Outage in Richmond, Va., Is Expected to Last Until Friday

The winter storm on Monday knocked out power at the city’s water plant, leaving thousands under a boil water advisory for days.

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Study Links High Fluoride Exposure to Lower I.Q. in Children

The results of a new federal analysis were drawn from studies conducted in other countries, where drinking water contains more fluoride than in the United States.

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‘Forever Chemicals’ Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study Finds

Wastewater, even after treatment to make it drinkable, contains high levels of PFAS, according to researchers.

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‘Raw Water’ Devotees Swear by Natural Springs, Despite the Risks

Untreated water enthusiasts swear by natural springs. Their movement has parallels with raw milk drinkers and vaccine skeptics.

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What to Know About Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis Amid Cease-Fire Push

Human rights organizations and residents describe the situation in the enclave as getting more desperate. Here is a closer look.

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British Agencies Criticized Over Sewage in Public Waterways

The condemnation by a watchdog comes as England’s largest water company asks for an emergency loan and the nation wrestles with water pollution.

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A Biodiversity Solution Might Be Hiding in Plain Sight.

We tend to look at environmental problems in isolation. A holistic approach would be more effective, a new report says.

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