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Edison tower arcing sparks Eaton Fire, $314 M compensation.

8/4/2026

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Los Angeles County Fire Department and Cal Fire said electrical arcing on a Southern California Edison tower allegedly caused the Eaton Fire.
The fire began on Jan 7 2025, burned 22 square miles, destroyed over 9,000 homes and 10,000 structures, and killed 19 people.
Southern California Edison acknowledged the report, is reviewing it, and has paid over $314 million to victims through its Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program.

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Los Angeles County Fire Department and Cal Fire said electrical arcing on a Southern California Edison tower allegedly caused the Eaton Fire.
The fire began on Jan 7 2025, burned 22 square miles, destroyed over 9,000 homes and 10,000 structures, and killed 19 people.
Southern California Edison acknowledged the report, is reviewing it, and has paid over $314 million to victims through its Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program.