The Santa Barbara, California, blaze that tore through more than 75,000 acres was started at an illegal marijuana farm, authorities say. The fire began in the cooking area of the farm, which is run by a Mexican drug organization, and authorities say the culprits are hiding in the forest somewhere. The fire, which started August 8, is still burning out of control, while 10 other fires are currently blazing in California.
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