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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) - The wildfire that has scorched 13 square
miles and destroyed dozens of homes in the hills above this scenic
coastal city was apparently sparked by a power tool being used to clear
brush, investigators said Sunday.

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Officials declined to comment further about the type of power tool that
may have been used, or if anyone could face charges.

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Well, if they were using a plasma cutter, I could see charges being filed :-)