2 dead as California neighborhood rocked by fireworks explosion

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A "large amount" of fireworks at a house sparked an explosion and fire that has left two people dead in Ontario, California, according to the city and fire department.

Ontario Fire Chief Ray Gayk said two dead bodies were found as they fought the blaze. First responders weren't able to access the lot because there was still a significant amount of ordinance on the ground.

The Ontario bomb squad was combing the area before firefighters make their way in, Gayk said. All fireworks are illegal in Ontario, officials said.

Ontario Police Chief Mike Lorenz said there were previous complaints about the property.

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