More than 4,000 claims submitted for Eaton Fire impacts; over $775 million offered.Nine months after launching its Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program, Southern California Edison today announced that community

<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignc"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 4,000 claims submitted for Eaton Fire impacts; over $775 million offered.</i></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Nine months after launching its <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fsce.com%2Fdirectclaims&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Wildfire+Recovery+Compensation+Program&amp;index=1&amp;md5=e9c968aeaf0192c311b58e4ff89c2a01" shape="rect">Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program</a>, Southern California Edison today announced that community members directly impacted by the Eaton Fire continue to seek compensation and receive payments through the voluntary program. More than 4,000 claims have been submitted through the program. More than 2,400 claimants have been paid, with many more in the pipeline once they finalize their settlements.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="news-body-cta">This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/" rel="nofollow">https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/</a></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"Every claim reflects a unique set of circumstances and recovery needs," said Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, SCE’s parent company. "Our goal is to help community members understand their options so they can make the decisions that are right for them."</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Only four months remain to <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fsce.com%2Fdirectclaims&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=submit+a+claim&amp;index=2&amp;md5=198f00472fb754ffec9009b8417bfd5a" shape="rect">submit a claim</a>. Eligible individuals, families and businesses are encouraged to submit their claims by Nov. 30, 2026, giving them the opportunity to explore all available options, as more than 12,300 individuals, trusts and legal entities already have.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About half of all claims submitted have been for non-burn damage from smoke, soot or ash. Among those participants is Mary Bloebaum, a Pasadena homeowner whose property experienced smoke and ash damage from the Eaton Fire. She is now <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DUIcCNWeu__s&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=sharing+her+story&amp;index=3&amp;md5=3d4d736a17cf8fab8d8c826f9ca21130" shape="rect">sharing her story</a> to help others better understand the options available to them.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"When I got my check, I was quite shocked and surprised at the amount," said Bloebaum. "I had about three inches of soot everywhere. The program has allowed me to replace the things that I need to replace to get back to my life."</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Since launching on Oct. 29, 2025, as of July 29, 2026:</p><ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwlistdisc"><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 4,000 claims submitted, consisting of over 12,300 individuals, trusts and legal entities, with 38% submitted by attorneys or authorized representatives.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 2,200 offers extended to nearly 5,500 claimants, totaling more than $775 million.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 2,400 claimants paid, totaling over $375 million, with many more in process.</li></ul><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">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&#39;s rights. Receiving and evaluating an offer does not waive rights either.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Get Started</b></p><ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwlistdisc"><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Visit the <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sce.com%2Fdirectclaims&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Wildfire+Recovery+Compensation+Program+web+page&amp;index=4&amp;md5=927b3a359c159b160e65e6fc1de0edd8" shape="rect">Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program web page</a> to get started.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">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 along the way.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">For firms representing multiple eligible claimants, a bulk intake process is available. <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:EatonFireLegal@sce.com?subject=Bulk%20Intake%20Inquiry" shape="rect">Email the team to get started</a>.</li></ul><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About Southern California Edison</b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">An Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EIX">EIX</a>) 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.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" alt="" src="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&amp;sty=20260730834716r1&amp;sid=benz2&amp;distro=nx&amp;lang=en" style="width:0;height:0"></img><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwct31415"></span></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="mmgallerylink"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="mmgallerylink-phrase">View source version on businesswire.com: </span><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="mmgallerylink-link"><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/" rel="nofollow">https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/</a></span></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignl"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Media Relations:</b> 626-302-2255<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:news@sce.com" shape="rect">news@sce.com</a></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignl"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Investor Relations:</b> Sam Ramraj, 626-302-2540</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignl"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Feinberg/Biros:</b> Amy Weiss, 202-203-0448<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:amy@weisspublicaffairs.com" shape="rect">amy@weisspublicaffairs.com</a></p>

Nine Months In, Interest Continues in SCE's Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program

SCE Wildfire Compensation Program Sees 4,000+ Claims and $775 Million Offered

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    <h3>Information</h3>
    <p>More than 4,000 claims submitted for Eaton Fire impacts; over $775 million offered.Nine months after launching its Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program, Southern California Edison today announced that community</p>
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    <h3>AI Summary</h3>
    <p>Southern California Edison’s Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program has attracted over 4,000 claims since its Oct 29, 2025 launch, with more than 2,400 paid and about $375 million disbursed, while offers total roughly $775 million. With a Nov 30, 2026 deadline and four months remaining, the program could influence Edison International&#039;s near-term cash outlays and wildfire-liability dynamics.</p>
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  <section data-block="ai-summary-bullets">
    <h3>Key Points</h3>
    <ul><li>Over 4,000 claims submitted. 12,300+ individuals/entities involved.</li><li>Offers exceed $775 million; about 2,200 offers extended.</li><li>Over 2,400 claimants paid; total payouts exceed $375 million.</li><li>Deadline to file claims: Nov 30, 2026.</li><li>Filing does not waive rights; CEO emphasizes helping communities.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>Edison International (NYSE: EIX)</strong>: Parent company; wildfire program costs and settlements could affect consolidated cash flow and valuation.</li><li><strong>Southern California Edison (N/A)</strong>: Subsidiary running the program; outcomes impact EIX earnings and risk profile; regulatory context important.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Industry News</h3>
    <p>Industry News: wildfire-related program affects utility sector economics and EIX risk/valuation dynamics.</p>
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    <h3>Market-Moving</h3>
    <ul><li>Total offers exceed $775 million; cash outlays already $375 million.</li><li>Deadline to file by Nov 30, 2026 may trigger near-term volatility.</li><li>Voluntary program may reduce litigation risk for SCE and long-run costs.</li><li>SCE’s program interacts with regulatory expectations and ratepayer considerations.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Key Facts</h3>
    <ul><li>Launch date: Oct 29, 2025; status as of Jul 29, 2026.</li><li>&gt;4,000 claims submitted; &gt;12,300 individuals/entities (38% via attorneys).</li><li>&gt;2,200 offers extended; to nearly 5,500 claimants; total offers &gt;$775 million.</li><li>&gt;2,400 claimants paid; total payout &gt;$375 million.</li><li>Deadline to file: Nov 30, 2026.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Trading Thesis</h3>
    <p>Neutral on EIX near-term; monitor claims activity and cash outlays through the Nov 30, 2026 deadline.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignc"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 4,000 claims submitted for Eaton Fire impacts; over $775 million offered.</i></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Nine months after launching its <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fsce.com%2Fdirectclaims&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Wildfire+Recovery+Compensation+Program&amp;index=1&amp;md5=e9c968aeaf0192c311b58e4ff89c2a01" shape="rect">Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program</a>, Southern California Edison today announced that community members directly impacted by the Eaton Fire continue to seek compensation and receive payments through the voluntary program. More than 4,000 claims have been submitted through the program. More than 2,400 claimants have been paid, with many more in the pipeline once they finalize their settlements.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="news-body-cta">This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/" rel="nofollow">https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/</a></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"Every claim reflects a unique set of circumstances and recovery needs," said Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, SCE’s parent company. "Our goal is to help community members understand their options so they can make the decisions that are right for them."</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Only four months remain to <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fsce.com%2Fdirectclaims&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=submit+a+claim&amp;index=2&amp;md5=198f00472fb754ffec9009b8417bfd5a" shape="rect">submit a claim</a>. Eligible individuals, families and businesses are encouraged to submit their claims by Nov. 30, 2026, giving them the opportunity to explore all available options, as more than 12,300 individuals, trusts and legal entities already have.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About half of all claims submitted have been for non-burn damage from smoke, soot or ash. Among those participants is Mary Bloebaum, a Pasadena homeowner whose property experienced smoke and ash damage from the Eaton Fire. She is now <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DUIcCNWeu__s&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=sharing+her+story&amp;index=3&amp;md5=3d4d736a17cf8fab8d8c826f9ca21130" shape="rect">sharing her story</a> to help others better understand the options available to them.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"When I got my check, I was quite shocked and surprised at the amount," said Bloebaum. "I had about three inches of soot everywhere. The program has allowed me to replace the things that I need to replace to get back to my life."</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Since launching on Oct. 29, 2025, as of July 29, 2026:</p><ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwlistdisc"><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 4,000 claims submitted, consisting of over 12,300 individuals, trusts and legal entities, with 38% submitted by attorneys or authorized representatives.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 2,200 offers extended to nearly 5,500 claimants, totaling more than $775 million.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">More than 2,400 claimants paid, totaling over $375 million, with many more in process.</li></ul><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">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&#39;s rights. Receiving and evaluating an offer does not waive rights either.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Get Started</b></p><ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwlistdisc"><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Visit the <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sce.com%2Fdirectclaims&amp;esheet=54580487&amp;newsitemid=20260730834716&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Wildfire+Recovery+Compensation+Program+web+page&amp;index=4&amp;md5=927b3a359c159b160e65e6fc1de0edd8" shape="rect">Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program web page</a> to get started.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">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 along the way.</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">For firms representing multiple eligible claimants, a bulk intake process is available. <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:EatonFireLegal@sce.com?subject=Bulk%20Intake%20Inquiry" shape="rect">Email the team to get started</a>.</li></ul><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About Southern California Edison</b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">An Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EIX">EIX</a>) 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.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" alt="" src="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&amp;sty=20260730834716r1&amp;sid=benz2&amp;distro=nx&amp;lang=en" style="width:0;height:0"></img><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwct31415"></span></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="mmgallerylink"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="mmgallerylink-phrase">View source version on businesswire.com: </span><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="mmgallerylink-link"><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/" rel="nofollow">https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260730834716/en/</a></span></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignl"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Media Relations:</b> 626-302-2255<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:news@sce.com" shape="rect">news@sce.com</a></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignl"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Investor Relations:</b> Sam Ramraj, 626-302-2540</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="bwalignl"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Feinberg/Biros:</b> Amy Weiss, 202-203-0448<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:amy@weisspublicaffairs.com" shape="rect">amy@weisspublicaffairs.com</a></p>

Southern California Edison’s Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program has attracted over 4,000 claims since its Oct 29, 2025 launch, with more than 2,400 paid and about $375 million disbursed, while offers total roughly $775 million. With a Nov 30, 2026 deadline and four months remaining, the program could influence Edison International's near-term cash outlays and wildfire-liability dynamics.

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