UXO Sparks Fireworks in Storage Shed Fire

Long Beach, California A north Long Beach neighborhood was evacuated when authorities found UXO at a storage shed fire. The Long Beach Fire Department responded to the vacant home where two sheds and a garage were on fire with reports of "fireworks" shooting off from the flames.

Once the fire was contained, officials found a cache of live ammunition including WWII ordnance at the scene. The munitions were safety inspected and removed from the area for proper disposal. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.