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 […]
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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 […]
LADWP Crews Prepare for Another Heavy Rain Storm, Reminds Public to Stay Away from Downed Power Lines
LOS ANGELES (MARCH 14, 2023) – Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) crews are prepared and ready to respond to potential power outages as another heavy rain storm is forecasted to hit the southland, including LADWP’s service area tonight, through Wednesday. As with the last heavy rain and wind storm that began February […]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Board President Cynthia McClain-Hill to Introduce ‘Project PowerHouse’ Proposal to Cut Infrastructure Costs, Speed Construction of Affordable and Permanent Supportive Housing
WHEN: 10:00 A.M. – Tuesday, March 14, 2023 WHERE: LADWP Board of Commissioners Meeting Room 111 N. Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 WHO: -Cynthia McClain-Hill, President of Los Angeles Board of Water and Power Commissioners -Winifred Yancy, Director, Power New Business and Electrification, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power WHAT: Los Angeles Board […]