SCE Reports Equipment Irregularities at Deadly Eaton Fire Origin Site
Southern California Edison discovered equipment abnormalities near where the devastating Eaton Fire began in Altadena, including suspicious flashes on high-voltage lines. While investigating multiple factors, the utility has not conclusively determined if their equipment sparked the blaze that killed 17 and caused up to $10 billion in damages.
Southern California Edison Equipment Linked to 800-Acre Hurst Fire
SCE disclosed that failed hardware on their transmission tower likely caused the Hurst Fire in Sylmar last month, burning 800 acres and damaging two homes. The utility is preserving evidence while investigations continue into this and other regional fires.
Edison Accused of Concealing Evidence in Devastating 2017 Creek Fire Investigation
Federal investigators have determined Southern California Edison was responsible for the 2017 Creek fire that destroyed 70 homes, contradicting the utility's denials. A $40 million lawsuit alleges Edison deliberately withheld critical fault data that could have identified the fire's origin years earlier.
Power Company Under Scrutiny as Video Shows Flashes Before Deadly Eaton Fire
Newly surfaced surveillance footage reveals electrical flashes near transmission towers moments before Southern California's devastating Eaton fire began, contradicting SCE's initial claims. The blaze caused $10 billion in damages, claimed 17 lives, and sparked multiple lawsuits despite liability limits.
Red Flag Warning Extended in Los Angeles as Rain Brings Hope for Fire Relief
Southern California faces extended fire risks with red flag warnings through Thursday, though weekend rain offers potential relief. Local authorities and utilities implement preventive measures while crews prepare for possible post-rain challenges in burn areas.
Cal Fire Mobilizes Major Response as Dangerous Santa Ana Winds Threaten Southern California
Cal Fire deploys additional resources across Southern California as the region prepares for potentially devastating Santa Ana winds, with gusts up to 100 mph expected. The agency has strategically positioned extra fire engines and crews while utilities prepare for possible power shutoffs affecting hundreds of thousands.
Christmas Eve Blackout: 40,000 Southern California Homes Left in the Dark
A transformer failure at a Southern California Edison substation disrupted holiday celebrations for thousands, leaving residents to cook Christmas dinners by candlelight. The widespread outage affected public transit and forced creative adaptations during one of the year's most celebrated evenings.
Utilities vs. Solar: How California's Power Companies Are Fighting Rooftop Solar Growth
California's major utilities are orchestrating an aggressive campaign against rooftop solar installations through restrictive regulations and policy changes, claiming cost shifts while protecting their monopoly. Industry data reveals devastating market impacts, with 75% of solar providers facing bankruptcy risks despite research contradicting utilities' cost-shift narrative.
Santa Ana Winds Threaten Power Outages and Wildfire Risks in Southern California
Powerful Santa Ana winds are sweeping across Southern California, prompting concerns about widespread power outages and heightened wildfire risks. Officials are considering safety-related power shutoffs that could affect over 170,000 customers in the region.
Red Flag Warning: Santa Ana Winds Heighten Fire Danger in Southern California
Powerful Santa Ana winds prompt red flag warnings across Southern California, with gusts up to 55 mph and humidity as low as 5%. Southern California Edison implements precautionary power shutoffs affecting thousands of customers.