Yolo County declares local health emergency after Esparto fireworks explosion

Officials have declared a local health emergency after the Esparto fireworks explosion that killed seven people in July.

The declaration was made on Monday as state and federal agencies conduct an environmental review of the incident, now named by officials as the Oakdale Fire.

Yolo County public health officials noted that the declaration doesn't mean the site is unsafe, but that it may pose health risks.

"Today's local health emergency declaration for the Oakdale Fire allows Yolo County to request support from state and federal health agencies for testing and any necessary cleanup if hazardous materials from fireworks are found in the soil, water, or air at or near the explosion site," said Yolo County Public Health Officer Dr. Aimee Sisson in a statement.

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