A major fire in a storage yard led to the indefinite closure of the 10 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles.
Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency in Los Angeles County to facilitate cleanup and repairs.
More than 160 firefighters from 26 stations and a helicopter were deployed to battle the fire.
A major fire broke out in a storage yard in downtown Los Angeles, leading to the indefinite closure of the 10 Freeway in both directions. The fire, which started in the early hours, engulfed two storage yards and destroyed several vehicles, including a fire engine. No injuries were reported. The fire also caused significant damage to the freeway overpass, necessitating its closure. The fire was first reported in a 40,000-square-foot pallet yard directly under the 10 Freeway at Alameda Street. The heat from the first fire caused flames to spread to a second nearby pallet yard of similar size. More than 160 firefighters from 26 stations and a helicopter were deployed to battle the inferno.
In response to the incident, Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency in Los Angeles County to facilitate cleanup and repairs. The declaration will also help speed up the investigation process and potentially request federal assistance if needed. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has directed city departments to plan for increased traffic due to the closure and is coordinating with state partners to resolve the issue. Mayor Bass also warned people planning to attend major sporting events around downtown Los Angeles to expect delays.
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is currently inspecting the structural integrity of the damaged section of the freeway. The California Highway Patrol anticipates a 24-hour road closure. As the situation unfolds, residents and commuters are advised to stay updated and plan their travel accordingly.
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a State of Emergency in Los Angeles County to facilitate cleanup and repairs
Mayor Karen Bass has directed city departments to plan for increased traffic due to the closure and is coordinating with state partners to resolve the issue
The fire was first reported in the 1700 block of East 14th Street and spread to a second pallet yard of similar size between Lawrence and Elwood streets
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass warned people planning to attend major sporting events around downtown Los Angeles to expect delays
Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency to help speed cleanup and repair and direct Caltrans to investigate whether to request federal assistance