Man Arrested for Allegedly Starting California’s Devastating 2022 Oak Fire

Man Arrested for Allegedly Starting California’s Devastating 2022 Oak Fire
A home burns as the Oak Fire moves through the area near Mariposa, Calif., on July 23, 2022. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
Jason Blair
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CAL FIRE announced the arrest of Edward Wackerman of Mariposa County for allegedly starting last year’s Oak Fire that ravaged California’s Yosemite National Park area.

“This fire has become the most devastating fire in Mariposa’s history. And as a community, we stay engaged to support one another,” said Mariposa County Sheriff Jeremy Briese at a press conference held Tuesday morning in front of the Mariposa County Courthouse.

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