Investigators climb Edison transmission towers in probe of alleged Eaton fire ignition site

Pasadena Unified School District sues Edison over damage to schools from the Eaton fire

The Pasadena Unified School District Friday, March 21, announced that it had filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison to seek compensation for damages to district properties in the Eaton fire. Franklin Elementary School, Eliot Arts Magnet Middle School, Odyssey Charter School, Pasadena Rosebud Academy, Oak Knoll Montessori and Aveson School of Leaders suffered extensive damage in the fire, according to the district. An Aveson Schools’ …

Investigators climb Edison transmission towers in probe of alleged Eaton fire ignition site

Southern California Edison Co. inspectors for the first time climbed giant transmission towers in Eaton Canyon on Thursday looking for evidence that could confirm whether the utility’s equipment ignited the most catastrophic wildfire in Los Angeles County history. The tower climbers from the Rosemead-based company collected forensic evidence that ultimately could determine its liability for the Eaton fire, which destroyed thousands of structures…

Signs point to Southern California Edison’s negligence and Democrats’ complicity in Los Angeles fire disaster

Edison prioritized profits over maintenance and fire prevention, endangering lives and communities.

Records Show Edison Towers in Altadena Fire Zone Had `Ignition' Risk

Some Southern California Edison power lines near the suspected origin of the Eaton Fire were flagged as fire hazards and overdue for maintenance, raising questions about the utility’s role in the catastrophic Jan. 7 blaze, according to company records cited Wednesday by the Los Angeles Times. As investigations continue and lawsuits mount, the utility insists it took all necessary precautions to prevent a wildfire. However, company records filed …

Researchers Offer Free Soil Testing for Wildfire Pollutants in Los Angeles

The project aims to analyze soil and water samples from private properties, including yards, gardens, and pools Homeowners near the sites of the Palisades and Eaton fires have an opportunity to test their soil and water for potential wildfire-related pollutants at no cost, as part of a new research initiative. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH) has partnered with the Community Action Project – Los Angeles (CAP.LA) and resea…

Records show So Cal Edison towers in Altadena fire zone had ‘ignition' risk, report says

Some Southern California Edison power lines near the suspected origin of the Eaton Fire were flagged as fire hazards and overdue for maintenance, raising questions about the utility's role in