AUBURN, Calif.
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Arson is being blamed for a big fire in north Auburn that caused about $40 million in damage as as it burned dozens of homes and businesses, officials said Monday.
The wind-fueled fire started shortly after 2 p.m. on Aug. 30, destroying 63 homes, two businesses and many vehicles. About 350 acres were charred just off Highway 49.
No arrests have been made, but Cal Fire is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
