The lead-up to the Fourth of July has been explosive.
Amid the nightly cacophony of bursting rockets, officials across Los Angeles County have been busy trying to get a handle on fireworks that can trigger fires, cause deadly explosions and even derail traffic. Pets also do not appreciate the aural nightmare synonymous with the devices.
The 101 Freeway in Agoura Hills shut down in both directions for hours Thursday night after the California Highway Patrol received reports around 7:30 p.m. of fireworks raining down from a bridge over the highway.
Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department officials found a suspicious package and reported seeing an explosion in the middle of the bridge near the Palo Comado Interchange, according to a CHP incident report.