Dive Brief:
- A fire which broke out at Newark Recovery and Recycling in Stockton, California and spread to nearby areas, has been blamed for starting 18 spot fires.
- An official said the latest fire began with a pile of papers burning outside; the flames spread to other recyclables on site, including two propane tanks, which exploded.
- Heavy winds caused embers from the recycling facility to spread elsewhere, causing a string of fires, including commercial and residential dwellings.
Dive Insight:
According to a report on ABC's News 10, Cal Fire spokesperson Daniel Berlant said that dry fuel sparks easily at the end of the season and burns furiously when fed by steady winds.
