Xcel Energy Admits Involvement in Texas' Largest Wildfire
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Xcel Energy stated that its facilities appeared to have contributed to the ignition of the largest wildfire in Texas history, while disputing claims of negligence. The fire, which has burned nearly 1,700 square miles and destroyed hundreds of structures, is still under investigation by Texas officials. A lawsuit alleges that a downed power line near Stinnett sparked the blaze, and the fire is currently about 44% contained.
- Xcel Energy says its facilities appeared to have role in igniting largest wildfire in Texas history The Associated Press
- Texas' largest-ever wildfire that killed at least 2 was ignited by power company facilities, company admits CBS News
- Xcel Energy acknowledges role in Texas' Smokehouse Creek wildfire The Texas Tribune
- Huge Texas Wildfire Likely Involved Xcel Power Equipment (XEL) Bloomberg
- Texas electric utility says its equipment was 'involved' in starting massive Smokehouse Creek Fire The Verge
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