Reversing the rule could have disastrous implications for public health. Experts and advocates are pushing back.

During the fires, multiple areas were put under Do Not Drink or Do Not Use water advisories. And while many have been lifted, contamination is still a concern. Pipe flushing and testing is the primary ...

But unlike tap or commercially bottled water, raw water is not evaluated for safety. This leaves the people who drink it vulnerable to infectious microbes or potentially other toxic contaminants.

Why are there “do not boil” and “do not drink” notices issued? A visual look at how toxic compounds can get into the tap and how utilities will determine if it is safe.

• Eight water districts have issued water advisories in L.A. County because of the Palisades and Eaton fires. There are concerns that the water might be contaminated by toxins from the fires.

Between the news about microplastics in bottled water and forever chemicals pouring ... Dr. Alan agrees. "Please do not do this," she says. "This will, at a minimum, disrupt your life and require ...

PASADENA, Calif. (KABC) -- A do-not-drink water notice has been extended for some of the areas impacted by the Eaton Fire, officials said. The Pasadena Water and Power Department says the ...

At least eight water districts in Los Angeles County — six in the Altadena area and two in the Malibu/Palisades area — have issued do-not-use or do-not-drink water advisories since the Eaton ...

Utilities now face the daunting task of testing the safety of drinking water, as residents seek to return home. In the meantime, officials’ directions are clear for those under “Do not drink ...

“Drinking water is disrupted as a result of things that are happening here,” Mr Murray said. “So, people are being told please boil water if you can, bottle it, but do not drink the water as ...