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Eaton Fire Caused by SCE Transmission Tower | Tulsa News
The Eaton Fire of 2025 was sparked by electrical arcing from a decommissioned Southern California Edison transmission tower, leading to 19 deaths and the destruction of over 9,400 homes and businesses. Investigators spent 18 months confirming Edison’s equipment as the direct cause, even as the utility admitted its role early on. The fire erupted rapidly under extreme weather conditions, racing through the San Gabriel Mountains and surrounding communities. Meanwhile, Edison is facing lawsuits over delayed evacuation warnings, while the report underscores its responsibility to prevent such…
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