A fire that erupted on a tour bus on the 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights, California, resulted in at least one fatality Friday morning. The incident occurred around 5:38 a.m. near the Azusa Avenue exit, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Images from the scene depicted the rear portion of the bus heavily damaged by flames, with fire having spread to several rows of seating. The fire led to the closure of multiple lanes on the eastbound 60 Freeway in eastern Los Angeles County, causing significant traffic disruptions.
Authorities have requested the Los Angeles County Coroner to respond to the scene. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.