Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison, claiming its equipment was responsible for the deadly Eaton fire in January that resulted in 17 fatalities and decimated over 9,400 structures. The lawsuit aims to recoup costs related to community infrastructure repair, environmental impact, and public health issues stemming from the fire. Furthermore, the county insists on the critical nature of this legal action for the community's recovery. Other cities like Pasadena and Sierra Madre are joining the legal action against Edison, citing damages incurred against taxpayer resources.
Los Angeles County is suing Southern California Edison, alleging its equipment sparked the January Eaton fire, which killed at least 17 people and destroyed over 9,400 structures.
The lawsuit seeks to recover damages for the community infrastructure, environment, and public health negatively affected by the fire, as well as costs incurred for recovery support.
The complaint states that evidence such as witnesses, photos, and videos suggest the fire ignited directly under Edison transmission lines in Eaton Canyon.
County counsel Dawyn R. Harrison emphasized the importance of the lawsuit, stating, 'We are committed to seeking justice for the Altadena community and the taxpayers of Los Angeles County.'
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