Video adds to scrutiny of Edison tower as possible site of origin of Eaton fire
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Recent video evidence suggests that the devastating Eaton fire might have ignited at a Southern California Edison transmission tower, following an incident involving blue and white flashes of light. Several residents documented flames near the tower just as the fire erupted on January 7, claiming the transmission line is to blame. Despite these allegations, Edison denies any fault, asserting early inspections showed no anomalies. Investigations by California authorities into the cause of the fire remain ongoing.
This is the clearest and most damning evidence suggesting the Eaton fire was ignited at a Southern California Edison transmission tower moments after blue flashes were seen.
Residents near the transmission line have shared videos showing flames at the base of the tower just as the fire began on January 7.
Edison officials maintain that their equipment was not responsible for the fire, as inspections found no arcing or power anomalies.
Cal Fire has closed off the area around the transmission line to investigate the start of the Eaton fire, though an official cause is still undetermined.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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