The Creek fire in the Angeles National Forest was traced back to Southern California Edison after a lengthy investigation that lasted seven years. Witnesses had reported suspicious activity near power lines at the fire's start. A federal investigator finally confirmed the utility's responsibility in 2022, whereupon the government filed a lawsuit seeking $40 million in damages, accusing Edison of negligence in managing its power lines. This incident highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding Edison’s actions amidst another fire, emphasizing the complexities of attributing responsibility in wildfires.
Witnesses reported seeing a snapped line on a high-voltage transmission tower in Little Tujunga Canyon around the time the fire started, and investigators focused their attention there.
The federal complaint said, 'SCE breached its duty of care and was negligent in causing the Creek Fire, including its failure to construct, maintain, and operate its power lines and equipment in a safe and effective working order.'
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