Fireworks blamed for grass fire that burned 5-acres in Visalia

Saturday, June 9, 2018
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- A plot of land in Visalia is black after a five-acre grass fire burned through it on Doe Avenue and Shirk Street.

Firefighters say three kids were lighting Safe and Sane Fireworks in a large field, when the flames sparked, gusty winds picked up, causing the fire to spread quickly.
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There was some damage to nearby property. It is not clear if the juveniles will face any charges.
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