Southern California Edison says its equipment started Thomas fire
Utility company Southern California Edison said Oct. 30 that its equipment was to blame for starting the 280,000-acre Thomas fire at one of two origin points. The investigation into the blaze which swept through the region in December is still ongoing by state agency Cal Fire and the Ventura County Fire Department. SCE said it Read More →
Edison faces more suits over Thomas fire disaster
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Holiday fire reaches 100 acres, 90 percent containment
This story was last updated on July 9 at 2:30 p.m. A wind-driven fire that swept through a neighborhood near Goleta overnight destroying some 13 structures was largely under control at 90 percent containment on July 10 after burning 100 acres. Initial assessments indicate the fire may have been caused by damage to an electrical Read More →
Mandatory evacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County
Updated at 4:15 p.m. March 22: Mandatory evacuation orders in Santa Barbara County will be lifted by 5 p.m. as the rainstorm that has pelted the Tri-Counties for days winds down, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office announced at 4 p.m. March 22. Orders for the recommended evacuations near the Alamo fire burn area will Read More →
PG&E frees up cash in the midst of Northern California wildfire investigation
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Central Coast wildfires char campgrounds, close highways
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