Southern California Edison (SCE) is currently being investigated by fire agencies for the potential involvement of its equipment in the Hurst Fire, which recently ravaged parts of Los Angeles County. On January 12, 2025, SCE released a press statement and incident report, stating that it remains unclear whether the fire caused damage to a conductor or if the damage occurred prior to the ignition of the blaze. The utility company has acknowledged that fire agencies are scrutinizing its infrastructure to determine if it played a role in starting the fire. As investigations progress, the focus remains on uncovering any possible link between SCE’s equipment and the ignition of the Hurst Fire.