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Man arrested, accused of starting Gann Fire says it began by accident

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Thursday, August 6, 2026 5:33PM
Man arrested, accused of starting Gann Fire says it began by accident
A man arrested on suspicion of starting the massive Gann Fire in Calaveras County said the wildfire began accidentally.
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