Los Angeles Wildfires Force Use of Ocean Water Despite Environmental and Equipment Risks

With over 10,000 structures destroyed and at least 11 dead, firefighters are turning to saltwater as resources are stretched thin across Southern California.

• Wildfires in Los Angeles County have burned over 36,000 acres, destroyed more than 10,000 structures, and claimed at least 11 lives.
• Firefighters are using ocean water to combat the flames, despite concerns over its corrosive effects on equipment and environmental damage.
• Saltwater use is a last resort due to its potential to harm soil, vegetation, and nearby ecosystems, as well as being less effective than freshwater for cooling fires.
• Strong winds and limited aircraft capacity have further complicated firefighting efforts, with some planes grounded after a drone collision prompted a federal investigation.
• California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency, deploying over 7,500 personnel, while neighboring states have sent additional firefighting resources.

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