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Update Rescue; 06:21PM; 5254 W Zoo Dr; internal:/; Hollywood; A tremendous team effort over the past 12 hours resulted in the best outcome, Jesse Hernandez was found alive this morning. Yesterday at approximately 4:30PM, the LAFD received reports that Jesse fell approximately 25 feet into a sewer pipe. The pipes are 4 foot in diameter filled with liquid at varying depth (2 feet and deeper) moving at 15 MPH. This network of pipes parallel the LA River and cross under freeways. A team consisting of LAFD, LAPD, CHP, DWP, City Recreation and Parks, Park Rangers and experts from the Bureaus of Sanitation, Engineering and Contract Administration worked together to analyze the pipe system, covering approximately 6,400 feet, and search all likely catch areas. 3rd party vendor cameras, regularly used to inspect pipes for repair, were used in addition to the early use of cameras by LAFD Urban Search and Rescue. The vendor cameras are able to both float at the top of the pipe and crawl along the bottom. The number of pipes providing different travel paths required a systematic approach to ensure each was searched. The expertise of the Bureau of Sanitation was instrumental in this search. Approximately 2,400 feet of pipe had been thoroughly inspected and the search was continuing when a maintenance hatch west of the WB134 under the 5 FY was opened to insert cameras. This was were Jesse was found alert and talking. Jesse was given a cell phone so he could immediately call family. Firefighter/Paramedics provided immediate medical care, decontamination and transport to a local hospital for a complete medical evaluation. The Mayor's Crisis Response Team was also at the command post throughout the night providing welcomed support to the family. We would like to thank the entire Hernandez family for their patience and optimism. From start to finish, this was an unprecedented team effort and the LAFD would like to recognize the excellent teamwork among all agencies involved.; FS 56; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; Margaret Stewart

Update Rescue; 10:19PM; 5254 W Zoo Dr; internal:/; Hollywood; #GriffithParkRescue Our search continues for Jesse Hernandez and we anticipate an extended operation throughout the night. LAFD is working closely with the Bureau of Engineering, Bureau of Sanitation and Bureau of Contract Administration to bring in specialized 'closed circuit' cameras to further the search. These cameras have more advanced capabilities including lighting and the ability to attach to a pontoon which will crawl along the pipe. The pipes are 4' in diameter with varying depths of water moving at approximately 15 MPH. All possible City resources are being utilized in the search for Jesse. Our thoughts remain with Jesse and the extended Hernandez family. ; FS 56; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; Margaret Stewart

Update Rescue; 09:15PM; 5254 W Zoo Dr; internal:/; Hollywood; #GriffthParkRescue The coordinated Air to Ground search for 13yo Jesse Hernandez continues with over 100 LAFD firefighters and assisting agencies LAPD, CHP, LA City Recreation and Parks, Park Rangers, Department of Water and Power and Department of Sanitation. This is a closed system of sewage pipes which requires a detailed search along each possible path of travel. The Department of Sanitation is working closely with LAFD to map out the system and determine any void spaces as potential catch points. LAFD Urban Search and Rescue Task Forces are utilizing gear designed for these technical operations. They mounted a specialized camera on a flotation device (similar to a 'bogey board') which was tethered to a rope and extended 300' down a pipe. Firefighters are also using gas meters and all available equipment to safely conduct this on-going search. Per the family request, LAFD released a picture of Jesse via our social media channels in the hopes that if he is not in the pipe system, someone will see him and notify LAPD. Picnicking in the Griffith Park area is an Easter tradition for the Hernandez family and consequently, over 20 family members are present. The Mayor's Crisis Response Team is on scene helping to console and support family members. Our search continues and updates will be provided as possible.; FS 56; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; Margaret Stewart

Update Rescue; 05:20PM; 5254 W Zoo Dr; internal:/; Hollywood; Over 100 firefighters now involved in an extensive search from both air and ground for a 13 (age updated) yo boy reported to have fallen into a drainage ditch. Report comes from more than one bystander on scene. At least two family members who was with child (unk if that family member witnessed reported fall) is with LAFD firefighters. The ditch in question feeds down to the LA River and all avenues are being investigated. LAFD PIO enroute to Command Post (5254 Zoo Dr). No Further Details; FS 56; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; Margaret Stewart

Rescue; 04:27PM; 5254 W Zoo Dr; https://goo.gl/maps/edPYym1v62q; Hollywood; #GriffithPark Firefighters on scene investigating report of a small boy having fallen down (distance unknown) into a drainage ditch. Firefighters currently only see water and have not located any patient. LAFD Inc#903; FS 56; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; BC5 E250 E42 E482 E56 EM14 H6 HR3 RA56 RA82 T50 UR88 ; CH7; 17; Margaret Stewart

Hiker in Distress; 09:32AM; Griffith Park x Dantes View; https://goo.gl/maps/asQ4jX5nz1J2; Hollywood; Hoist operation underway for the transport of a 25F hiker with no injuries but unable to continue under her own power. LAFD Inc#405 No Further Details; FS 35; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; BC5 BP35 E235 E35 E56 RA35 RA90 RH214 T35 ; CH7; 17; Margaret Stewart

Structure Fire; 01:11PM; 2429 N Cheremoya Ave ; internal:/; Hollywood; Structure Fire*** 1304PM; 2429 N Cheremoya Ave, Hollywood. F.S.82, Batt5, West Bureau, CD13, 2 story apartment complex, Initial units report smoke from 1 unit.; FS 82; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 13; E35 T35 E235 E82 E27 T27 RA82 RA827 RA76 EM11 BC5 AR2; CH9; 17; Larry Redden

Hiker in Distress; 10:02AM; 1838 N Fuller Av; https://goo.gl/maps/4EyyCDRKL1p; Hollywood (Hills & Northwest); 26F hiker with isolated lower extremity injury. It has been determined a hoist operation is the best approach and is underway. The patient will be transported to the local hospital via air ambulance in fair condition. No Further Details LAFD Inc#0499; FS 41; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; BC5 E261 E35 E41 E76 H3 RA41 RA90 RH114 T61 ; CH7; 17; Margaret Stewart

Update Structure Fire; 03:17PM; 521 N Gramercy Pl; internal:/; Hollywood; KNOCKDOWN: 84 FF in 36 mins. Exposures defended from damage. Cause and $ loss TBD No injuries reported. PIO enroute. No Further Details; FS 52; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 13; Margaret Stewart

Update Media Advisory; 03:15PM; 521 N Gramercy Pl; internal:/; Hollywood; PIO enroute to structure fire for media availability please respond to stage near command post at Maplewood x Gramercy; FS 52; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 13; Margaret Stewart