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Who caused the Palisades fire?

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Authorities arrested 29-year-old Jonathan Rindernecht for allegedly starting the Palisades Fire. Investigators believe he acted agitated, attempted to contact a friend, walked up a trail, and started the fire, which later spread due to high winds.

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Man arrested for allegedly starting Palisades Fire in California

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  • Authorities arrested Jonathan Rindernecht in connection with the Palisades Fire. 37s
  • The fire resulted in twelve deaths and significant property loss. 17s
  • Rindernecht was reportedly agitated and took videos near the fire's origin. 56s
  • Environmental sensors detected the fire shortly after midnight. 1m 31s
  • High winds spread embers from the initial fire, causing the larger blaze. 2m 13s
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Man arrested for allegedly starting Palisades Fire in California
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4 hours ago
Man arrested for allegedly starting Palisades Fire in California

Authorities identify 29-year-old Jonathan Rindernecht as the person they believe is responsible for starting the Palisades Fire.

Man arrested for allegedly starting Palisades Fire in California
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Man arrested for allegedly starting Palisades Fire in California

Rindernecht parked his car in Pacific Palisades, tried to contact a former friend, walked up a trail, and took videos before the fire started.

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Man arrested for allegedly starting Palisades Fire in California

Environmental sensors detected the fire shortly after midnight, and officials believe embers from the initial fire, fanned by high winds, led to the larger Pacific Palisades fire.

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