LADWP is expected to use the funding at the two power plants to improve and ensure the operation of three of its water turbine generators — which have been in service for almost 100 years.

LADWP’s explanation for the shortage comes down to three nearby water tanks, each with a storage capacity of about a million gallons. These tanks help maintain enough pressure for water to flow ...

On Wednesday, an additional 25 plaintiffs were added to the complaint. The lawsuit alleges LADWP designed a water supply system that would not have enough water pressure to fight an urban wildfire.