As Southern California Edison finalizes a forthcoming claims program for eligible individuals and businesses impacted by the Eaton fire, residents of Altadena who lost their homes and community urged the utility Thursday to build a “fair, reasonable and fully funded” plan that helps survivors rebuild.

According to a draft released by SCE, the company is considering payments based on square footage and extent of damage to impacted homes. Additionally, each death would bring $1.5 million for pain and suffering, and $500,000 for each surviving spouse and eligible dependent. Another $5 million would serve as a premium toward the Edison Fund.

Eaton fire survivors Thursday gathered in Altadena to present their 51-page response, “Fix What You Broke,” drawing from the personal accounts of more t

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