Southern California

Fireworks Blamed for Southern California Wildfire; Suspects Sought

Suspects were shown fleeing in camera footage, authorities said. The fire has burned 527 acres.
Fireworks Blamed for Southern California Wildfire; Suspects Sought
Plumes of smoke rise as wildfire approaches a home during the Fairview fire near Hemet, California, in Riverside County on Sept. 7, 2022. Patrick T. Fallon/AFP
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Illegal fireworks are to blame for sparking a wildfire in Riverside County that destroyed several homes and caused millions of dollars in damage, arson task force officials in Southern California determined this week.

The fire in Riverside County—about one hour east of Los Angeles—began July 21. According to the city of Riverside’s latest update Monday evening, it has burned 527 acres.
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