A woman at Los Angeles International Airport shocked TSA agents with over 80 prohibited items in her carry-on, including fireworks, knives, replica firearms, and pepper spray. The TSA seized the items and emphasized the importance of travelers double-checking their bags to avoid such incidents. TSA recommends using the 'MyTSA' app to verify permissible items.
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