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Trump’s Erroneous Claims about the Los Angeles Fire Response, Debunked

Last updated: January 12, 2025 5:35 am
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President-elect Donald Trump has made headlines once again with his demands for Governor Gavin Newsom to open up the water main and allow freshwater to flow into California to combat the historic fires raging through the Los Angeles area. Trump’s call may seem reasonable at first glance, especially with California experiencing above-average winter precipitation in its northern regions. However, the situation is far more complex than simply redirecting water south to quench the fires.

Firstly, there is no central spigot in Northern California that Newsom can turn on to release water into Southern California. The primary issue faced by firefighters battling the fires in Los Angeles is not a lack of water but rather the challenging conditions exacerbated by the Santa Ana winds.

Trump’s insistence on a “water restoration declaration” stems from a longstanding disagreement between him and Newsom over water management in California. The conflict revolves around how much water should be pumped out of the state’s main rivers to supply the Central Valley and Southern California, as well as how much water should be allocated to environmental preservation, including protecting endangered fish species like the Delta smelt.

While Trump’s fixation on California’s water issues dates back to his 2016 visit to the Central Valley, where he was impressed by the agricultural landscape, the reality is that opening a water main in Northern California is not a feasible solution. Southern California relies on a combination of sources for its water supply, including snowmelt from the Sierra Nevada mountains and water from the Colorado River.

Despite Trump’s claims, California’s water system is designed to prioritize environmental needs, ensuring that rivers flow to support ecosystems and provide clean tap water to communities. The current drought conditions in Southern California are due to a dry winter start but do not indicate a significant lack of imported water from the north.

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As Democratic leaders respond to Trump’s assertions, it is clear that the issue of water management in California is multifaceted and requires a balanced approach that considers both human and environmental needs. The ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles serve as a reminder of the importance of effective water management and emergency response strategies in the face of natural disasters.

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