Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Edison seeking compensation for losses resulting from a recent devastating fire that damaged vital community infrastructure and the natural environment. The complaint highlights that costs related to recovery and support for residents could reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Additionally, neighboring cities, Pasadena and Sierra Madre, are pursuing similar legal action. The investigation into the fire's cause is ongoing, with allegations suggesting it may have originated under Edison transmission lines. County officials emphasize the importance of the lawsuit in restoring the community.
The County's case is essential to the restoration and rebuilding process for the community, including residences and businesses, to recover from the devastation.
We are committed to seeking justice for the Altadena community and the taxpayers of Los Angeles County.
Costs and damage estimates were expected to total hundreds of millions of dollars, the county said, adding that assessments were ongoing.
The complaint alleges that witnesses, photos, and videos indicate the fire started directly under Edison transmission lines in Eaton Canyon.
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