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Robertson & Associates is representing people affected by the Fairview Fire
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The Fairview Fire (2022) was a California wildfire in Riverside County, with 28,307 acres, 39 structures destroyed, 2 deaths on the public record. Its cause is recorded as under investigation. Litigation filed. Status as of June 15, 2026, per Southern California Edison. Robertson & Associates is representing people affected by this fire.
Fire facts
From public records; unknown values are shown, never guessed.
| Year | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Start date | Unknown |
| Containment date | Unknown |
| Region / counties | Riverside |
| Acreage | 28,307 |
| Structures destroyed | 39 |
| Structures damaged | Unknown |
| Fatalities | 2 |
| Cause status | under investigation |
| Officially determined arson | No / not determined |
| Last verified | 2026-06-15 |
Litigation status
Litigation filed. Status as of June 15, 2026, per Southern California Edison.
The Fairview Fire near Hemet led to litigation against Southern California Edison alleging utility equipment was involved in the ignition. This entry reports that the litigation exists on the public record as of the status date; it makes no statement about the outcome or about any individual claimant.
Litigation was filed in connection with the Fairview Fire involving electrical utility infrastructure. This entry reports only that litigation exists on the public record as of the status date.
Court & regulatory record
- Robertson & Associates, Fairview Fire case page , Robertson & Associates, LLP
- California Public Utilities Commission, utility wildfire proceedings , California Public Utilities Commission
This is a reported public-record status, not advice about any individual’s legal situation. Deadlines and eligibility change over time and depend on facts specific to each person, only a licensed attorney can assess yours.
In the news
Independent news coverage related to the Fairview Fire. Each link opens the original public reporting.
- Sep 4, 2025Justice Department sues SoCal Edison over Eaton and Fairview firesCBS News Los Angeles
- Feb 10, 2023Southern California Edison sued over deadly, destructive Hemet wildfireKTLA 5
- Sep 24, 2022Fairview Fire victims sue Southern California Edison, alleging 'aging infrastructure' caused the blazeKTLA 5
Common questions about the Fairview Fire
What caused the Fairview Fire?
The cause is recorded as under investigation (category: utility equipment).
Is there litigation over the Fairview Fire?
Litigation filed. Status as of June 15, 2026, per Southern California Edison. Robertson & Associates is representing people affected by this fire.
What areas did the Fairview Fire affect?
The Fairview Fire (Riverside County) affected communities including Hemet, Valle Vista.
How large was the Fairview Fire?
28,307 acres, 39 structures destroyed, 2 fatalities, per public records as of 2026-06-15.
Sources
- CAL FIRE Incident Statistics (Top 20 lists), CAL FIRE
- CAL FIRE Incidents archive, CAL FIRE
Facts on this page are drawn from the public sources listed above and rewritten in original words. See Sources & Methodology.