Blame and Accountability in the California Wildfires: A Tale of Two Investigations The news that Southern California Edison has been deemed responsible for the Eaton Fire, which ravaged over 14,000 acres, destroyed nearly 10,000 homes and businesses, and took 19 lives, is a welcome development.
However, it's a double edged sword – one that highlights the long standing issue of accountability in California's wildfire disaster management.
The report's findings, while not surprising given SoCal Edison's earlier admissions, underscore the utility company's role in perpetuating this cycle of destruction.