Bell Gardens, CA – A series of explosions occurred on Scout Avenue near Florence Avenue in the City of Bell Gardens, close to Live Oak, resulting in significant emergency response. Witnesses reported hearing multiple loud booms, followed by sirens from ambulances and fire department vehicles.
The explosions originated from a catering truck parked at a local truck depot. Eyewitnesses described seeing four to five separate explosions, with black smoke followed by yellow flames. The incident caused noticeable shaking in nearby buildings.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. The cause of the explosions is currently under investigation. No further details on casualties or damages have been released.