Southern California Edison (SCE) has announced new measures to increase support for individuals and businesses affected by the Eaton Fire in Altadena. The company’s Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program, which is voluntary and retroactive, now offers greater assistance for legal expenses and enhanced housing support for renters who were displaced.
Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, SCE’s parent company, stated: “We remain committed to helping the Altadena community recover by making sure that eligible individuals and businesses get fair resolutions and fast compensation for impacts from the Eaton Fire. By strengthening support and reducing barriers for participation, the program now gives community members greater confidence and clearer pathways to relief.”
Under the updated protocol, claimants represented by legal counsel at the time they submit a claim will be compensated for 20% of net damages in a settlement offer to help cover attorney fees. This adjustment aims to allow claimants to retain more funds for rebuilding efforts.
Additionally, tenants who lost their homes due to the fire will now receive up to three months of housing assistance based on either their actual pre-fire rent or the monthly fair rental value, whichever is higher.
The Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program provides an alternative to traditional litigation, which can be costly and time-consuming. On average, submitting a claim takes just over 100 minutes. Settlement offers are typically delivered within 90 days after receiving a complete claim, with payments made within 30 days once all settlement conditions are met.
As of February 18, 2026, SCE reports that 2,405 claims have been submitted—representing nearly 7,000 individuals. Of these, 593 offers have been extended covering more than 1,700 people and totaling over $183 million. Eighty-six claims payments amounting to $18 million have already been made or are being processed.
Eligible participants will receive information about these updates by the end of this week. The enhancements apply immediately and retroactively to all current claims under review as well as those already processed.
SCE serves approximately 15 million people through five million customer accounts across Central, Coastal, and Southern California in a service area spanning 50,000 square miles.
For more information or to submit a claim in English or Spanish, visit the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program web page. Assistance is available by phone at 888-912-8528 or through in-person appointments.
