A Southern California Edison transmission tower, removed as part of the investigation into the Eaton fire, was damaged during helicopter transport. The top of the tower contacted power lines, prompting concerns over the ongoing investigation into the fire's cause. No injuries resulted from the incident and the involved power lines were not energized. The tower's damage assessment is underway as it remains uncertain if it will affect the investigation. Meanwhile, another tower suspected of ignition was successfully removed earlier without issue.
The damage occurred when the top portion of the tower came into contact with power lines while being lifted by a helicopter, causing concern for the investigation.
Eisenhauer mentioned no injuries were reported due to the incident, but it remains unclear how the damage might affect the Eaton fire investigation.
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