Jennifer Pedranti, a cast member of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” says her son was involved in starting a brushfire in Ladera Ranch, California. Multiple outlets report that Pedranti released a public statement acknowledging her son’s role and expressing regret. Reporting also indicates that the fire burned about seven acres. Fire officials state that the incident is under investigation, and they have not concluded the cause publicly in the coverage. One outlet says Pedranti characterizes her son’s involvement as unacceptable and says he faces “consequences.” Another outlet reports that she says her son will attend a fire safety course. Pedranti’s comments are presented as a response to media reports and online rumors regarding the incident. Across the coverage, the main points are that Pedranti confirms her son’s involvement, the location and approximate size of the blaze are Ladera Ranch and about seven acres, and authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding how the fire started.