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On Monday morning at approximately 8:54 am, Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) Engine 4 responded to a call for a tree fire at Recreation Park Golf Course.’ Upon arrival they were directed to a large pine tree located between the 7th and 8th fairway.’ A golfer had reported smoke from a fire that had been smoldering in the branches approximately 30 feet up the 80-100 foot tree.’ It appeared that the tree had been struck by lightning.’ Firefighters from Engine 4 laddered the tree, cut down the affected branches and extinguished the fire.’
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