Power lines started new fires in L.A. after the Eaton fire began, radio traffic shows

First responder communications show the power company in Altadena was slow to respond to Eaton firefighters — and that live power lines sparked new fires days after flames first broke out.

Power lines started new fires in L.A. after the Eaton fire began, radio traffic shows
Los Angeles County firefighters pull a hose in front of a burning home as the Eaton Fire moved through the area in Altadena, Calif., on Jan. 8.

First responder communications show the power company in Altadena was slow to respond to Eaton firefighters — and that live power lines sparked new fires days after flames first broke out.

(Image credit: Justin Sullivan)