LA County Sues Edison Over Wildfire, Alleging Equipment Malfunction
Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison, claiming their equipment ignited the January Eaton Fire, responsible for the destruction of over 9,400 structures and 17 fatalities. The suit seeks compensation for extensive damages to public infrastructure, including parks and recreational areas, along with costs incurred for resident support and environmental remediation. The county alleges witness accounts and visual evidence place the fire’s origin directly beneath Edison transmission lines. Pasadena and Sierra Madre are also pursuing separate lawsuits against Edison for similar damages. The county aims to recover costs associated with infrastructure repair, cleanup, and ongoing recovery efforts.
John Q. Hosedrinker