To the editor: Why are individuals attempting to place blame on Southern California Edison and firefighters for the lack of their houses? (“What the Eaton fireplace may imply for Edison’s backside line,” Feb. 11)
Gov. Gavin Newsom needs to section out the sale of gasoline-powered automobiles in California. Hm, extra electrical traces?
The individuals in charge are the individuals themselves. They need homes on cliffs or hillsides for a greater view. They need homes with privateness surrounded by timber. Builders say sure and construct. Realtors present individuals these “lovely” houses, and everybody needs one thing greater and higher than the following man.
Flamable materials is utilized in development, and owners don’t clear the realm round their houses although we’ve had so many fires after which officers inform residents to clear the realm round their houses. Homes shouldn’t be constructed so shut collectively and with flamable materials.
Folks have to take duty for the properties they lease or personal, clear the house round their houses and verify entry to attics so embers can not enter. Too many count on another person to do the work.
Home-owner and renters, cease being so complacent.
Natalie Kolosow, Cypress
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To the editor: I learn with nice curiosity your article on the flexibility of Southern California Edison to outlive if state officers decide its tools ignited the Eaton fireplace. What a tragic historical past of whole mismanagement this firm has.
Not solely has it been decided that Edison’s tools prompted earlier fires, however particularly right here in La Cañada Flintridge, the utility has a observe document of frequent, unannounced energy outages. The corporate has blamed hungry squirrels consuming their wires, however it is usually apparent that deferred upkeep, failure to improve tools and inept administration have prompted issues all through its service areas.
The one issues constant about Edison are elevated pay for prime executives, the shortage of applicable supervision by the California Public Utilities Fee and an abhorrent customer support document.
Alan Frank, La Cañada Flintridge
