Palisades Fire Lawsuit Against LADWP
A lawsuit claims that the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is responsible for part of the damage in the Palisades Fire due to a power line that allegedly sparked a second blaze. The agency initially denied the line was active but later admitted it was during the fire that destroyed structures and killed 12 people.
Key Points
- Lawsuit alleges LADWP tried to cover up harm caused by fallen power line
- Agency initially denied line was active during the fire but later admitted it
- Firm specializing in wildfire victim lawsuits is representing the case
- Eaton Fire suspected to be caused by SoCal Edison power lines
- Investigation into the precise cause of Palisades Fire ongoing
Pros
- Shedding light on potential negligence of LADWP
- Seeking justice for wildfire victims
Cons
- Loss of life and property in the Palisades Fire