Any charges would need to be filed by local officials, but if PG&E's equipment was operated in a reckless manner and is found responsible for sparking wildfires, the utility could face criminal prosecution.
Will another large coal plant be built in the United States? Republican lawmakers and the federal government are continuing efforts to support the industry.
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