Extreme heat, wildfire threats cover July 4th festivities in Southern California

As an excessive heatwave warning covers July 4th festivities in SoCal, fire officials are concerned as scorching temps amid wildfire season may be a recipe for disaster. The threat of fireworks or explosives igniting a wildfire remains high as local fire crews remain on alert throughout the holiday weekend. KTLA’s Rachel Menitoff reports on July 1, 2023. Get Los Angeles breaking news, entertainment, weather, traffic and sports from L.A.’s Very Own, KTLA 5 News. Keeping Southern Californians informed since 1947.