Companies that sold gender-reveal fireworks which ignited California wildfire agree to $4m settlement

Nearly six years ago, a gender-reveal party's use of illegal fireworks ignited the El Dorado wildfire in California, which burned over 22,000 acres and tragically claimed a firefighter's life. Now, the companies behind the pyrotechnic device, Wholesale Fireworks Corp and its subsidiary American Fireworks Wholesale LLC, have agreed to a $4 million settlement. This settlement underscores the severe consequences of using unregulated pyrotechnics, reflecting a broader need for stricter regulations around such dangerous materials. It's a significant step towards accountability and safety.