California AB1873 mandates fire suppression infrastructure and backup energy source requirements for water suppliers in high or very high fire hazard.
California AB1873 establishes specific requirements for water suppliers in Ventura County's high or very high fire hazard severity zones. The bill mandates that water suppliers must have access to backup energy sources to operate critical fire suppression infrastructure for at least 24 hours after a power loss. Water suppliers must also develop emergency preparedness plans for red flag warnings and notify the Ventura County Office of Emergency Services of any capacity reductions that could hinder firefighting operations.
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