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California's Eaton Fire in Altadena sparked by SoCal Edison electric tower, Los Angeles County report finds
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles County Fire Department concluded an 18-month investigation, attributing the Eaton Fire to electrical arcing on an out-of-service transmission tower.
- The arcing caused hot metal particles to fall onto dry vegetation below the tower, igniting the fire on a ridge above Eaton Wash.
- The investigation involved collaboration between LACFD's Arson Fire Investigation Unit and Cal Fire, incorporating analysis of Southern California Edison’s electrical systems and visual evidence.
- The Eaton Fire, which began on January 7, 2025, destroyed or damaged over 9,000 homes in Altadena and Pasadena, resulting in 19 fatalities.
- Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone emphasized ongoing support for affected residents and the importance of learning from the incident to prevent future tragedies.
