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Ridge Fire containment increases

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UPDATE (6:22 p.m.) - The Santa Barbara County Fire Department reports that the Ridge Fire is 75% contained as of 6:20 p.m.
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(11:27 a.m.) - The Ridge Fire, which broke out late Saturday night in the Hollister Ridge area, was 30% contained as of Monday morning.

Santa Barbara County Fire officials also reported that the fire has burned nearly 17 acres.

The fire was first reported at about 10:20 p.m. near Hollister Ranch Rd. and Agua Rd.

The cause is suspected to be arson, and a man who authorities believe started the fire has been arrested.

An evacuation warning that was issued for the area of Alegria Canyon/Hollister Ranch on Sunday has been canceled.