A 13-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of igniting fireworks that led to a wildfire in coastal southern California, resulting in the evacuation of around 100 canyon homes. Firefighters contained the Rancho fire to 4 acres with no structural damage. Authorities identified the boy through video evidence of him lighting a firework and fleeing. He was released to his parents but may face felony charges. Meanwhile, the Madre fire has become California's largest blaze this year, covering over 125 square miles, and is more than 60% contained.
A 13-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of setting off fireworks that sparked a wildfire in southern California, forcing evacuations of about 100 canyon homes.
Crews with air support protected residences from the Rancho fire, which was held to 4 acres with no damage to structures.
Officers obtained video evidence showing a juvenile lighting a firework and fleeing the scene, leading to the boy's arrest and potential felony charges.
The Madre fire became California's largest blaze so far this year, covering more than 125 square miles and being over 60% contained.
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