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Mr.Jason Caswell ProNet File No. 47371 State Farm Insurance Company March 15, 2021 Page 9 Main Residence Components We observed no evidence of fire related damage to various components and structures around the perimeter of the residence. We consider that the reported damage involving selected components and appliances within the main residence is consistent with damage which can occur as a result of power surge events involved with power outages. Power surges can often occur either immediately preceding a power outage event or immediately afterward, upon power restoration at the end of an outage. Power surges of this nature can damage electrical receptacles, light fixtures, control devices, electronics, appliances, and/or other devices by subjecting them to overvoltage conditions. Generally, electronics components are the most susceptible to damage of this sort. Due to the random nature of power surges and conductive pathways that can be taken into a residence, not all equipment that is connected to the electrical system may be affected. Emergency Generator: We consider that the reported damage to the emergency generator is consistent with a power surge event. Automatic Transfer Switch: We consider that the reported damage to the automatic transfer switch is consistent with a power surge event. Range: We consider that the observed and reported damage to the range is consistent with a power surge event. Dishwasher: We consider that the observed and reported damage to the dishwasher is consistent with a power surge event. CONCLUSIONS Based on the findings and observations as noted in this report, it is our opinion that: • During September 2020, the Santiam Wildfire burned near the Taylor residence located at 49930 North Santiam Highway in Idanha, Oregon.