Gann Fire Gains Ground in Calaveras County, Evacuations Eased
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Crews have gained ground on the Gann Fire in Calaveras County, with about 40% containment and over 10,000 acres burned (18 structures destroyed), as evacuations ease. A woman found dead in a burned Angels Camp home has been identified, and suspect Herbert Wayne Smith is in custody after being accused of starting the fire. Gov. Newsom declared a State of Emergency. Shelters for people and animals are open, and road closures and evacuation centers remain in place with roughly 3,100 personnel on scene.
- Gann Fire updates: Crews gain upper hand in controlling deadly wildfire KCRA
- One Dead in California Fire Started by Man Who Said He Lit It by Accident The New York Times
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- Man arrested in Gann fire says he was trying to make money for a birthday dinner Los Angeles Times
- Gann Fire in Calaveras County | Evacuations, Maps, and Updates ABC10
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