Overview
- A cache of fireworks detonated inside a detached garage in Jefferson Park, triggering a fire and bursts in the sky, LAFD said.
- Two nearby residents suffered arm and leg injuries, with one treated at the scene and one taken to a hospital.
- Hazmat crews evacuated adjacent homes and are clearing any unexploded materials before letting people return.
- LAPD and arson investigators are examining the site to determine the cause and any possible criminality.
- Some outlets reported a death and specialized police deployments, but LAFD has not confirmed those claims.