Newsom: I Want to Know What Caused the Lost Water Supply and Water Pressure During the Fires’

FAVREAU: “You just sent a letter telling L.A. and L.A. County officials that you’re directing state to investigate the causes of lost water supply and water pressure during the fires.”
Newsom: “Yeah.”
FAVREAU: “I believe there was also a large reservoir in Pacific Palisades, the San Ynez Reservoir, that was closed for repairs during the fire. Local officials have said the demand for water was too great to maintain the pressure in the hydrants, especially since aerial water support wasn’t available immediately due to the high winds. Do you not believe that explanation?”
Newsom: “No, it may be the absolute explanation, but there’s so much mistrust and finger-pointing. Let’s just get the facts and let’s get them out quickly. Let’s stop the finger-pointing. Let’s just assess the truth. I’m not interested in who’s to blame. I want to know what happened.”