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Idle transmission tower blamed for 2025 Eaton fire that killed 19 in Los Angeles area

Los Angeles County fire officials say an idle Southern California Edison transmission tower sparked the 2025 Eaton Fire, igniting dry vegetation and, along with the Palisades Fire, burning about 22 square miles, killing 19 and destroying more than 9,400 homes and businesses. The utility acknowledges its equipment may be involved and faces lawsuits and potential criminal review; investigators emphasize ignition from equipment rather than spread and note ongoing questions about evacuation warnings and response.

via NBC News|

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health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Multiple Regions Reinstate Hospital Mask Mandates Amid COVID-19 Resurgence"

Los Angeles County has reinstated a mask mandate in all healthcare facilities due to a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, which have reached the CDC's "medium level" of new admissions. The mandate affects a variety of healthcare settings and aims to curb the spread of the virus, which has been exacerbated by holiday gatherings, a potentially more contagious variant, and lower immunization rates. Health officials also note a significant increase in respiratory illnesses, including influenza and RSV, and provide recommendations for preventing transmission.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

##covid19 #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Reinstated Mask Mandates in Healthcare Amid Rising COVID and Flu Cases"

Los Angeles County has reinstated a mask mandate for staff and visitors at all licensed health care facilities due to an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The county has entered the "medium" level of COVID-19 hospital admissions as defined by the CDC, with 10.5 new admissions per 100,000 people. The mandate requires masking in patient-care areas regardless of vaccination status and will remain until hospital admission levels are below the CDC's medium level for 14 consecutive days. Health officials also recommend other precautions such as hand hygiene and staying home if symptomatic.

via KABC-TV|

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