A man was arrested near the site where the Gann Fire is believed to have started, according to KCRA. Authorities have not indicated that he intended to ignite the wildfire. The man has said he did not mean to start it and expressed regret over the incident.
The fire, burning in Northern California’s Calaveras County, has grown to about 9,363 acres, according to coverage from other outlets. More than 1,400 people have been placed under evacuation orders as firefighters and emergency crews work to contain the blaze and protect nearby communities.
The Gann Fire has also prompted a broader emergency response, including federal assistance secured by Gov. Gavin Newsom to support firefighting and recovery efforts. Officials continue to assess the fire’s impacts, while evacuation measures and response operations remain in place.