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Los Angeles Freeway Set to Reopen After Arson Fire

Fire was fueled by flammable materials stored under the roadway, leading to scrutiny of leasing practices.

  • Los Angeles freeway, closed due to an arson fire, is set to reopen ahead of Monday morning's commute, a day earlier than previously announced.
  • The fire was fed by flammable materials stored under the roadway in violation of a company’s lease.
  • State investigators have repeatedly identified fire and safety hazards at the leased storage space under the freeway.
  • Apex Development Inc., the company that leased the land under the freeway, is under scrutiny for numerous lease violations.
  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced that the state will reassess the practice of leasing land under roads.
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