Extreme demand took down LA's water system during the Palisades Fire. Here's how other U.S. cities can prepare

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• Maps show how Palisades Fire in L.A. compares in size to major U.S. cities

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  CBS News - Jan. 8
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  NBC News - Jan. 9

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  CBS News - Jan. 8

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  CBS News - Jan. 8

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  Authorities order evacuations in coastal neighbourhood as strong winds fan flames
  
  Financial Times - Jan. 8

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