Marshall Fire Cause Blamed on Religious Group's Land and Xcel Power Line in Lawsuit

Two dozen people have filed a lawsuit against Xcel Energy, claiming that the company's power lines and equipment were a "substantial factor" in the cause of the deadly Marshall Fire. Investigators believe an Xcel power line was knocked by strong winds and came in contact with another piece of equipment, causing electrical arcing and hot particles to discharge and ignite a fire. The plaintiffs claim negligence on Xcel's part and are seeking financial compensation for damage to property, loss of wages, physical injury, mental suffering, emotional distress, and more. Xcel denies blame and says the system was properly maintained.