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State Fire Marshal eyes license revocation as Esparto residents demand accountability
The California State Fire Marshal suspended the licenses of two pyrotechnic companies tied to the Esparto explosion.
Photos: Up-close look at Esparto blast site, now that evacuation area is lifted
Roads around the former fireworks facility reopened Friday, allowing a closer look at the site where seven people died.
Investigation continues into Esparto fire that left 7 people dead
The California State Fire Marshal is investigating what was permitted at a warehouse that exploded in Esparto and left seven ...
Esparto warehouse explosion: Lawsuit filed against Yolo County lieutenant, business owners
ESPARTO, Calif. — The first lawsuit has been filed in the wake of the fireworks warehouse explosion in Esparto. The blast ...
California lawmakers want to close licensing ‘loophole’ after deadly Esparto blast
Legislators representing Esparto want to “tighten up” California licensing laws and oversight in response to the deadly ...
Pyrotechnic licenses suspended for operators linked to Esparto fireworks explosion
Two weeks after a deadly explosion at an Esparto fireworks facility, the California State Fire Marshal said the licenses of ...
Residents voice concerns as Esparto blast site draws curious crowds, calls for state probe
Residents agree that the Department of Justice should join Cal Fire in taking the lead on the investigation. ESPARTO, Calif. — Officials have reopened all the surrounding roads near the Esparto ...