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Tuesday June 24, 4:45 pm)
Fire Investigators from the San Mateo / Santa Cruz Unit of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL Fire) have determined the cause of the Trabing which started on Friday, June 20, 2008. The fire was caused by a vehicles exhaust distributing hot carbon particulate material on to the roadside grass. The fire spread rapidly to the adjoining vegetation. The investigators completed a thorough investigation to confirm all factual findings and ruled out any other probable cause.
CAL Fire investigators would like to remind all vehicle owners to please maintain your vehicle to a safe operating condition. Periodic maintenance should include an engine tune up and an inspection of the vehicle exhaust system.
The Trabing Fire has now been 100% contained according to CAL Fire. At least 10 residences and 10 out buildings were lost.
The
fire was first reported about 2 p.m. Friday
along Highway 1 between Buena Vista and Mar
Monte just north of Watsonville.
Those needing shelter should call the Red Cross at 831.462.2882 or 831.462.2881 ext 16.
Residents can also call (831) 335-6717 for more information.
KUSP is a community public radio station serving the Central Coast of California. The ability of KUSP to report on this emergency has been made possible by scores of volunteers and a small staff. We wish to acknowledge and thank everyone who has contributed their time and great energy to this effort.
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