A report released by Los Angeles County Fire officials revealed that the 2025 Eaton fire in Los Angeles, which resulted in 19 fatalities and damaged or destroyed over 9,000 homes and businesses, was caused by a Southern California Edison (SCE) tower that was not in service.
Investigation Findings
After an 18-month investigation, fire officials concluded that electrical arcing events on the out-of-service SCE tower led to the wildfire. The investigation involved a thorough review of evidence and consultation with electrical and metallurgical experts.
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