SCE to Host Community Meeting as Support for Eaton Fire Recovery Continues

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Participants of Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program to share experiences; early survey results show favorable feedback.

ROSEMEAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Southern California Edison today announced it will host a community meeting at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pasadena on June 30, bringing together company leaders and program participants to share updates on the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program and connect community members with resources to support recovery following the Eaton Fire.

The event will include a panel discussion with program participants who will share their experiences navigating the program and receiving compensation. To date, more than $675 million has been offered to community members through the program.

“SCE remains focused on helping Altadena community members recover by providing a path to fair and timely compensation,” said Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, SCE’s parent company. “Hearing directly from participants who have gone through the program is one of the most powerful ways to help others better understand the support available and how to access it.”

New Survey Provides Early Insight into Participant Experience

As part of ongoing efforts to better understand claimant experiences and improvement opportunities, SCE launched a survey on June 1 for participants who have received payment. While results are preliminary, the initial feedback from nearly 100 respondents provides insight into how participants view the program, with 82% reporting a favorable opinion of the program.

"Everyone we met was so nice and helpful. They conveyed a sense of genuine care for our situation," said Vicki Ruiz, a homeowner who experienced a total loss. "We were very satisfied with the settlement we received."

“It seemed daunting at first, but once I started, it was all pretty easy,” said another respondent. “I have encouraged everyone to apply.”

“How can anyone make a decision without knowing what the offer from SCE is?” asked another participant, emphasizing that attorneys have a responsibility to provide their clients with a complete view of all available options so they can make informed decisions about their path forward.

The Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program is designed to offer compensation in line with settlement values for similar claims in past wildfire lawsuits, with a more streamlined and faster approach than litigation. Filing a claim does not waive a claimant’s rights. Receiving an offer does not waive rights either. The program is voluntary and available through Nov. 30, 2026.

As of June 11:

• Nearly 3,600 claims submitted, consisting of about 10,900 individuals, trusts and legal entities.
• More than 1,950 offers extended to nearly 4,800 claimants, totaling more than $675 million.
• Nearly 1,600 claimants paid, totaling almost $230 million, with many more in process.

On average, offers are being delivered within 35 days, well within the 90-day commitment following submission of a substantially complete claim. Over 72% of offers have been accepted, with more pending. Payments are made within 30 days after all conditions in the settlement agreement have been satisfied. Many payments are being processed in a fraction of that time.

Register for the Community Meeting on June 30

The meeting will take place on Tues., June 30, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pasadena. Refreshments will be provided. Spanish translation will be available. In addition to a panel featuring program participants, SCE experts will also be available to help answer questions about rebuilding and recovery. To register and submit a question in advance, click here.

Get Started

• To submit a claim and access detailed guidance in English and Spanish, visit the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program web page.
• For one-on-one assistance in multiple languages, call 888-912-8528. In-person appointments are also available to guide claimants through the requirements and help them get started.
• For firms representing multiple eligible claimants, a bulk intake process is available. Email the team to get started.

About Southern California Edison

An Edison International (NYSE: EIX) company, Southern California Edison is one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, serving a population of approximately 15 million via 5 million customer accounts in a 50,000-square-mile service area within Central, Coastal and Southern California.

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Source: Edison International