Officials: Downed PG&E power line ignited Marin County blaze
SAN FRANCISCO — Fire officials say a downed Pacific Gas and Electric Co. power line ignited a blazed in Marin County that prompted mandatory evacuation.
The blaze that started Monday quickly spread but cool weather has helped fire crews contain it.
Fire investigators have blamed PG&E equipment for 12 of last year’s deadly wildfires in Wine Country.
PG&E is facing dozens of lawsuits from insurers, which have spent billions settling insurance claims from homeowners.