San Francisco homeowners sue PG&E over explosion
Briefly

In June 2023, a fire in San Francisco's Sunset District led to significant damage and injury, prompting a lawsuit against Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) by the homeowners. The Tam family contends that PG&E's negligence during utility pole repairs directly caused the fire that injured Pak To Tam. They are seeking compensation for property damages and lost wages. Following the incident, local fire department reports indicated a rapid response with extensive firefighting measures to control the blaze that damaged parts of their home, highlighting the severe aftermath of utility failures.
The lawsuit, filed by Sun Liu Tam and her son Pak To Tam, alleges negligence on PG&E's part regarding a faulty utility pole repair that caused the fire.
On the day of the incident, after PG&E workers completed their pole repairs, the family noticed a burning smell which led to the tragic explosion.
Read at SFGATE
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