Utility says its equipment likely started a small blaze that erupted during January's LA firestorm
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Southern California Edison has acknowledged its equipment likely sparked the Hurst Fire, which burned approximately 1.25 square miles in Los Angeles but did not cause any fatalities. This admission came amid investigations into several other wildfires that have recently plagued the region, including the Eaton Fire, which has claimed at least 17 lives. While SCE is examining whether an idle transmission line contributed to the Eaton Fire, the utility insists there is currently no evidence linking its equipment to that blaze. The situation raises concerns about the utility's accountability in California's ongoing fire crisis.
A California utility reported that its equipment likely sparked the Hurst Fire during a devastating wildfire outbreak, prompting investigations into other fires it may have caused.
Southern California Edison admitted to possible involvement in the Hurst Fire, which burned 1.25 square miles, while still denying responsibility for the deadly Eaton Fire.
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