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Waymo passengers capture terrifying fireworks moment during July 4 ride

A Waymo autonomous vehicle seemingly ran over an exploding firework on a San Francisco street during Fourth of July celebrations, footage shows sparks and flames near the car but no injuries were reported.

Published Jul 6, 2026, 6:58 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

A group of passengers riding in a Waymo autonomous vehicle in San Francisco experienced a frightening moment during Fourth of July celebrations when the car appeared to drive over an exploding firework in the middle of a roadway. Video captured inside the vehicle shows passengers reacting in disbelief as sparks and flames erupt near the car, though no injuries were reported.