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A 65-year-old man, Herbert Wayne Smith, has been arrested for allegedly starting the massive Gann Fire near New Hogan Lake — a blaze that’s scorched over 10,000 acres and destroyed seven homes. Smith reportedly used a saw to cut scrap materials, hoping to earn money for dinner, but his actions led to an uncontrolled fire. He confessed to the incident and expressed deep regret. The case is now in the hands of prosecutors as firefighters battle the state’s largest active wildfire, with over 2,700 personnel on scene and more than 900 homes under threat. Smoke has blanketed the Sierra Nevada, including Lake Tahoe, while evacuations remain in place. As containment inches toward 26%, officials continue assessing damage and the extent of injuries — including one firefighter — as communities brace for recovery.

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