3 youths blamed for starting fire that engulfed Martinez home, neighbors startled by fireball
By KTVU Staff
KTVU has learned that the resident is a former mechanic and had several vehicles around the property.
MARTINEZ, Calif. - A fireball explosion at a home in Martinez was captured in multiple videos Wednesday afternoon, destroying the residence and sending up thick, black smoke hundreds of feet into the air. Investigators say three minors playing with fire were the cause.
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District said Wednesday evening that the fire started in a backyard on Arthur Road. The current conditions led to the fire the youths were playing with to get out of hand. The juveniles were released to their parents.
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