Edison says current increase "remained within the design limits and operating criteria" for the circuits and "did not trigger system protection on these lines."

High-voltage power lines saw a temporary surge in electrical current in the area where the deadly Eaton Fire is believed to have started, Southern California Edison said.

The utility company maintained that the current increase remained within the design limits and did not trigger system protection on these lines.

Attorneys who claim malfunctioning Southern California Edison equipment caused the deadly, destructive Eaton Fire on Monday released video they believe shows sparks from Edison power lines igniting the blaze.