One Fatality in Bus Fire on 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights
A bus fire on the 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights resulted in one fatality.
Los Angeles, CA, August 21, 2026 —
A bus caught fire on the 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights, leading to one fatality, according to initial reports. The incident occurred on the eastbound lanes of the freeway. Emergency services responded to the scene following reports of the fire. The cause of the fire and further details surrounding the fatality were not immediately available.
The bus involved was not identified, and information regarding its operator or the number of passengers aboard has not been released. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is expected to lead the investigation into the incident. The impact on traffic was significant, with lanes likely closed to facilitate emergency response and the subsequent investigation.
Further information will be provided as it becomes available from official sources.
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