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Over 10,000 Community Members Seek Direct Relief for Eaton Fire Recovery through SCE
ROSEMEAD, Calif., May 18, 2026--Southern California Edison today announced a major milestone in the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program, with more than 10,000 participants seeking direct compensation for Eaton Fire impacts.
About this update from Edison International
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