A raid on an illegal fireworks lab raid in East L.A. uncovered nearly 100 pounds of pyrotechnic powders.

Students at Garfield and Monterey Continuation high schools were evacuated as a precaution.

Authorities raided on East L.A. illegal fireworks lab in connection with an ongoing investigation into a deadly fireworks explosion in Yolo County, according to a source familiar with the investigation.

The operation prompted the evacuation of students at two nearby high schools on Monday morning and sparked anxiety among some parents.

Authorities served a search warrant in the 400 block of Vancouver Avenue, which is opposite Garfield High School and Monterey Continuation High School. As a precautionary measure, students at both schools were transferred to Griffith STEAM Magnet Middle Schoo

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