A firefighting aircraft was deployed to drop fire retardant on the Gann fire near Angels Camp in Calaveras County, California, on August 6, 2026. The fire was reportedly started by a man who stated that it was ignited accidentally. One individual has been confirmed dead as a result of the incident.
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One Fatality Reported in California Fire Caused by Accidental Ignition
A fire in Calaveras County, California, known as the Gann fire, was started accidentally by a man, leading to one confirmed fatality. Firefighting efforts included the use of aircraft to drop fire retardant in the affected area.
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One Dead in California Fire Started by Man Who Said He Lit It by Accident
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One Fatality Reported in California Fire Caused by Accidental Ignition