Eaton Fire settlement plans unveiled by Southern California Edison
In the aftermath of the devastating Eaton Fire that ravaged Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre, claiming 19 lives and destroying 9,414 structures, Southern California Edison (SoCal Edison) is stepping forward to provide support to the affected community. The utility company has announced four community workshops to gather feedback on the details of their victim compensation program.
The first workshop will be held virtually on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 7:00 p.m., followed by a second workshop on Friday, Sept. 26, at 9:00 a.m., also online. A third workshop will take place at Loma Alta Park Gymnasium in Altadena on Saturday, Sept. 27, at 10:00 a.m., and another at the same location on Monday, Sept. 29, at 7:00 p.m.
One of the families deeply affected by the Eaton Fire is that of Joelle Fortune-Simmons and her five children. Tragically, they lost their home in the fire. Since then, they have moved 15 times, trying to find a place to call home again. Unfortunately, Joelle Fortune-Simmons also lost her father's and brother's ashes in the fire.
SoCal Edison's compensation program offers $1.4 million for destroyed homes, $50,000 for major damage, and $30,000 for minor damage. However, Joelle Fortune-Simmons has decided to work with a lawyer instead of accepting compensation from SoCal Edison.
The workshops aim to provide an opportunity for residents to register on SoCal Edison's website and to share their feedback on the details of the compensation program. It is important to note that the specific details of the compensation program are not mentioned in this announcement.
Southern California Edison has not accepted fault for the Eaton Fire but faces several lawsuits from victims, Los Angeles County, and the U.S. Department of Justice. The company is encouraging residents to attend the workshops to have their voices heard and to learn more about the compensation program.
These community workshops are a significant step towards supporting the affected residents of the Eaton Fire. By attending, residents can contribute to shaping the compensation program and potentially find the help they need to rebuild their lives.
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