SoCal Edison is facing several lawsuits from devastated homeowners who lost everything in the blaze, which has scorched 14,000 acres, destroyed an estimated 7,000 structures and left 16 people dead
Southern California Edison (SCE) is under scrutiny for not de-energizing its transmission lines before the Eaton fire, which devastated 14,000 acres and claimed 16 lives. SCE typically deactivates lines when winds reach 60-80 mph, but the National Weather Service recorded 59 mph winds—just shy of the threshold—on the day the fire began near Altadena and Pasadena.
Eyewitnesses and videos reportedly show the fire starting near a transmission tower owned by SCE. Residents shared footage of flames at the base of a tower, fueling lawsuits from homeowners, renters, and businesses. Plaintiffs claim SCE’s equipment may have caused the fire, citing reports of grid disruptions in the area.
SCE maintains there were no abnormalities in its equipment leading up to the fire, but CEO Steven Powell acknowledged public concerns. Authorities have yet to determine the fire’s official cause, urging patience as investigations continue.
Authorities warn of hazardous conditions in fire-ravaged areas, including asbestos-laden ash and dangerous debris. Residents are advised to wear masks to avoid respiratory risks while cadaver dogs search for remains amid the devastation.
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