Man Arrested, Suspected Of Starting Grass Fire Near Sacramento That Forced Evacuations
FRESNO (CBS/AP) -- Authorities say they suspect a man of starting a grassland fire near Sacramento that forced people from their homes and destroyed power lines.
Michelle Eidam of the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District said the fire Monday afternoon charred 430 acres north of Sacramento near the community of Elverta.
Firefighters have the blaze about 25 percent contained.
Eidam says the man in custody awaits charges on multiple counts of arson. She says strong wind made the fire grow quickly.
The fire started in Placer County and spread into Sacramento County.
She says residents of several rural communities surrounding the fire have been forced to leave their homes. No injuries have been reported.
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