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First Wildfire Fatality of the Year | San Jose News
A tragic wildfire in California’s Gold Country has claimed its first fatality of the year, as a man was found dead inside a home destroyed by flames. Investigators are now determining if the fire directly caused his death, while authorities suspect a chainsaw sparked the blaze on August 3rd near New Hogan Reservoir. A 65-year-old man, Herbert Wayne Smith, has been arrested for allegedly recklessly starting the fire while cutting scrap wood — he later expressed deep regret over the potential devastation he may have caused. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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