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California Kimberly-Clark Paper Goods Warehouse Engulfed in 6-Alarm Fire; Suspect Detained in Alleged Arson
- On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, a massive six-alarm fire erupted at a 1.2-million-square-foot Kimberly-Clark warehouse in Ontario, California, drawing a major response from regional fire departments.
- Authorities launched a suspected arson investigation after identifying the blaze as suspicious early on, and Ontario police arrested a Kimberly-Clark employee in connection with the incident, Deputy Chief Mike Wedell said.
- All 20 employees inside the facility evacuated safely with no injuries reported, as more than 140 firefighters battled the flames and made an 'operational retreat' due to extreme growth.
- Kimberly-Clark confirmed the site is a distribution center operated by a third-party partner, stating, 'Safety is our top priority, and we can confirm there are no reported injuries.'
- Arson investigators will remain on the scene for several hours to process the site, and nearby roads are expected to stay closed while officials continue to assess the impact.
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