CAL FIRE: Over $7,500 in illegal fireworks confiscated in Fresno County

Over 450 pounds of illegal fireworks were seized in Fresno County Sunday afternoon, according to CAL FIRE and Fresno County Fire. (CAL FIRE)

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Over 450 pounds of illegal fireworks were seized in Fresno County Sunday afternoon, according to CAL FIRE and Fresno County Fire.

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Authorities were notified of a person selling the fireworks from their vehicle in Mendota. Police arrested the seller, but have not released their name.

CAL FIRE estimated the value of the fireworks to be over $7,500.

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