5 Takeaways From NPR’s Investigation Into the Role of Distribution Lines in LA Fires

SGV Habitat raises more than $400K to help in post-Eaton fire rebuild

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity hosted the organization’s Raise the Roof Gala on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Le Meridien in Arcadia. Organization officials said the event raised more than $400,000 that will be used to help SGV Habitat rebuild homes for underinsured families impacted by the Eaton fire. The gala drew more than 260 guests, ranging from celebrities to local elected leaders. They included John and Caitlin Stamos, state Sen. Su…

5 takeaways from NPR’s investigation into the role of distribution lines in LA fires

In January, the Eaton fire destroyed more than 9,000 buildings and led to 19 deaths in Los Angeles County. Estimates predict the fire caused billions of dollars in damages.The U.S. Department of Justice and groups of victims have filed more than 40 lawsuits against Southern California Edison, the utility that powers the area. Some of those suits cite evidence that shows sparks and fire were seen shortly after 6 p.m. on high power transmission li…

Altadena residents seek accountability in wake of fire report – Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group

An aerial view shows the devastation left by the Eaton Fire last January in Altadena. A report issued last week on the response to the fire. The report failed to place any blame on the lateness of evacuation orders in West Altadena. Courtesy photo Wave Wire Services ALTADENA — Standing near the site of a destroyed home Sept. 30, a group of fire-impacted Altadenans and local organizations called on state Attorney General Rob Bonta to investigate …

Hours before the Eaton fire, distribution lines failed and fire started in Altadena

Transmission lines have been linked to the start of the Eaton fire in January. But another kind of line — distribution lines that power homes — were also wreaking havoc before that fire sparked.

Altadena residents call for state investigation into L.A. County for fire response

Los Angeles County released an after-action report on the Eaton and Palisades fires, urging improvements in wildfire alerts, evacuations, and communication.