A new theory suggests electrical faults may have sparked the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, raising concerns about the power grid’s safety
Bob Marshall, the CEO of Whisker Labs, mentioned that they noticed a lot of electrical faults in the hours leading up to the fires in areas like Pacific Palisades. In fact, there were 63 faults recorded just before the flames ignited. It’s a bit alarming, right? He pointed out that the power wasn’t turned off immediately after these faults, which could mean that wires were blowing around or touching trees.
While Marshall can’t say for sure that these faults caused the fires, he did emphasize that it only takes one spark to start a blaze. The wildfires have already destroyed over 9,000 structures and sadly led to 11 fatalities.
As the fires continue to spread, many residents have had to evacuate their homes. The recovery process is expected to be a long one, possibly taking up to a decade. People are understandably upset, and some are calling out the city’s leadership for how they’ve handled the situation.
Fire Chief Kirstin Crowley has been vocal about the need for better funding to support firefighters. She’s not alone in her frustration; even Khloe Kardashian chimed in, calling out Mayor Karen Bass for her handling of the crisis. It’s a tough time for everyone in LA, and the community is rallying together to face these challenges.
