Oakland Fire Chief says meeting is planned with EBMUD to discuss city’s 3,200 fire hydrants’ supply and pressure
Oakland’s Fire Chief Damon Covington says many changes made since the 1991 Oakland Hills firestorm are helping to protect the city from the type of fires seen in Los Angeles this past week. He also thanks residents for passing measure MM to add funds for wildfire prevention measures.
OAKLAND, Calif. – Oakland residents and fire officials watching the images of devastation in Los Angeles this past week say it is a reminder of the many changes they have implemented, and the lessons learned from the 1991 Oakland Hills firestorm.…