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Colorado's largest utility agrees to settle lawsuit over claims it sparked wildfire

Summary

Colorado's largest utility company will pay around $640 million to settle a lawsuit. The lawsuit was about claims that the company was responsible for starting the Marshall Fire in 2021, which was the state's most destructive wildfire.

Key Facts

  • Colorado's largest utility company has agreed to settle a lawsuit.
  • The settlement amount is about $640 million.
  • The lawsuit involves the Marshall Fire, which occurred in 2021.
  • The Marshall Fire is considered Colorado's most destructive wildfire.
  • The utility company was accused of being responsible for starting the fire.

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