Group seeks to reopen B & B Fire probe

Jim King is not satisfied that the truth ever came out about the B&B fire of 2003.

A newcomer to Camp Sherman, King is organizing a group to press for a reopening of the investigation into the cause of the fire, which burned more than 90,000 acres and twice forced the evacuation of Camp Sherman.

The group will host a public meeting on Monday, May 10, 7 p.m. at the Camp Sherman Community Hall in an attempt to reignite inquiry into the cause of the Booth and Bear fires, officially determined to have been lightning caused.

The two fires, which started on August 19, 2003, grew together into a conflagration known as the B&B Complex Fire, which was declared contained on September 26.

King is interested in hearing from anyone who might have information that was not considered by the original investigators.

For more information call 1-888-595-0120.