An arson arrest has been made in connection with the Line Fire in San Bernardino County.
A man was arrested on suspicion of starting a fire that spread wildly to the 34,000-acre Line Fire that prompted several evacuations in San Bernardino County .
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said law enforcement arrested 34-year-old Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Norco in connection with the massive blaze. Officials accuse the man of starting the fire in the area of Baseline Road and Alpin Street in Highland.The blaze began in the City of Highland on Thursday and has since exploded to more than 34,000 acres as it continues to rip through the San Bernardino National Forest.
The hot weather, coupled with steep terrain in remote areas, has proved to be a challenge for crews working tirelessly to upend the blaze. At least three firefighters have been hurt in the fire. As of Tuesday, roughly 2,100 personnel were working to combat the fire, which threatened 65,000 structures. The danger the blaze brings prompted several evacuation orders and warnings:
The California National Guard arrived in San Bernardino County to help authorities in the battle against the massive Line Fire. Darsha Philips reports for the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024.
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