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California Power Shutoff Affects 110,000 Amid Wildfire Crisis

1/9/2025

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Southern California Edison shut off power to over 110,000 customers to mitigate wildfire risks, impacting nearly 3 million people.
The Palisades and Eaton Fires have scorched thousands of acres, leading to evacuations for tens of thousands.
Extreme winds, peaking at 100 mph, have intensified fire conditions and hindered firefighting efforts.
Edison International's stock dropped over 10% due to worries about wildfire liabilities and outages.
Power restoration may take several days as safety is prioritized for response teams.

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Story summary

Southern California Edison shut off power to over 110,000 customers to mitigate wildfire risks, impacting nearly 3 million people.
The Palisades and Eaton Fires have scorched thousands of acres, leading to evacuations for tens of thousands.
Extreme winds, peaking at 100 mph, have intensified fire conditions and hindered firefighting efforts.
Edison International's stock dropped over 10% due to worries about wildfire liabilities and outages.
Power restoration may take several days as safety is prioritized for response teams.