Alerts

Update Hazardous Materials 02/01/2023 INC#1548

Update Hazardous Materials; INC#1548; 09:50PM; 601 E Venice Bl; https://bit.ly/3l2Nsv5; #Venice; After obtaining a better view of the inside of the vehicle (despite condensation on the windows obstructing their view), firefighters discovered that the reported propane inside the vehicle was coming from small camping-style propane bottles. While the exact circumstances are unknown, it *appears* to have been an unhoused man (approx 70 years old) who was trying to stay warm in an enclosed space (propane-powered heat lamp) and, sadly, succumbed to accidental asphyxiation (oxygen displaced by leaking propane). There was no fire involved in this incident.; FS 63; Batt 4; West Bureau; Council District 11; BC4 E263 E295 E95 JT1 RA63 SQ95 T63 T95; CH7; 13; Nicholas Prange

Hazardous Materials 02/01/2023 INC#1548

Hazardous Materials; INC#1548; 08:42PM; 601 E Venice Bl; https://bit.ly/3l2Nsv5; #Venice; Firefighters responded for an unknown medical problem (reports of a person unresponsive in a vehicle). Upon arrival, what is believed to be flammable substances (liquid? gas?) were observed in the vehicle. Therefore, the response has been upgraded to a hazardous materials incident. LAPD Inc 4357.; FS 63; Batt 4; West Bureau; Council District 11; BC4 E263 E 295 E95 JT1 RA63 SQ95 T63 T95; CH7; 13; Nicholas Prange

Fall 02/01/2023 INC#1097

Fall; INC#1097; 03:58PM; SB 110 Fwy x Imperial Hwy; https://bit.ly/3RnapFp; #VermontVista; LAFD Firefighter-Paramedics arrived to find one patient on the freeway, reportedly having plummeted from the overpass, down into the freeway lanes (fell? jumped?). The patient was rapidly transported in grave condition to a nearby hospital. CHP Log #1629. Nothing further.; FS 64; Batt 13; South Bureau; Council District 8; E64 RA264 RA864; CH4; Nicholas Prange

Advisory - Roadway Closure 01/30/2023 INC#1283

Advisory - Roadway Closure; INC#1283; 05:14PM; 13215 W Branford St; https://bit.ly/3HILnNB; #Arleta; Natural gas utility workers at scene of an excavation project near the Pacoima Diversion flood control channel, requested LAFD to investigate sudden soil erosion and pavement disruption below the roadway in the 13200 block of Branford Street. Though the minimal appearing damage seems static and has caused no injury or structure damage in the residential neighborhood, LAFD closed a quarter-mile stretch of Branford Street between Arleta Avenue and Beachy Avenue to all traffic until personnel from the City's Department of Public Works can work with utility officials to determine a cause and resolution for the issue. LAFD has departed. Reopening of the roadway will be determined by L.A. Department of Transportation officials.; FS 7; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 6; E7; CH8; Brian Humphrey

Fatality Fire 01/30/2023 INC#0233

Fatality Fire; INC#0233; 04:58AM; 613 N Hagar St; https://bit.ly/3wHCSvS; City of San Fernando; PRELIM: LAFD Firefighters arrived quickly to find a recreational vehicle parked in the rear yard of a single family home well involved with fire, the intense flames threatening an adjacent garage converted to living quarters, and a 15' x 15' tool shed. Three persons in the converted garage were able to escape unharmed. Firefighters also prevented flames from damaging the primary occupied home on the property. In fully extinguishing the burning RV (5:23 AM), firefighters discovered the remains of an adult male within the vehicle. No other injuries were reported. LAFD Investigators have been joined by San Fernando Police Department detectives in a methodical fire cause investigation. A positive identification of the deceased man, as well as the specific cause, time and manner of his death, will be determined by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner - Coroner.; FS 98; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District None || Incident in City of San Fernando (served under contract since 1979 by LAFD); AR22 AR25 AR33 BC12 E298 E91 E98 RA98 T98; CH8; 17; Brian Humphrey

Traffic Collision with Entrapment 01/29/2023 INC#1243

Traffic Collision with Entrapment; INC#1243; 06:12PM; 6800 N Lindley Av; https://bit.ly/3WH7Rmw; #Reseda; PRELIM: 3 Patients Total: 2 in Critical Condition who remain trapped in the wreckage, and one person with Minor Injuries. No further details. Media Inquiries: LAPD Valley Traffic (Incident #3083); FS 100; Batt 10; Valley Bureau; Council District 4; BC10 E100 E103 E273 E73 EM15 HR3 RA73 RA839 RA90 T73 UR88; CH8; 17; Brian Humphrey

Update Structure Fire 01/27/2023 INC#1083

Update Structure Fire; INC#1083; 06:13PM; 7301 N Lennox Av; https://bit.ly/3HyYX59; Van Nuys; Final report: A total of five of the 2 story townhomes were damaged by fire and two additional units were affected (ie utilities shut off) but did not sustain damage. 11 adults and six children were displaced and Red Cross is on scene to assist with their immediate needs. There were no injuries reported to either firefighters or occupants. The fire appears to have originated in the attic but a full investigation is underway. No further details.; FS 81; Batt 10; Valley Bureau; Council District 2; AR1 BC10 BC12 CM40 CM42 E239 E288 E289 E39 E81 E90 E91 EA1 EM14 RA81 RA881 T39 T88 T89; CH8; 17 18; Margaret Stewart

KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire 01/27/2023 INC#1194

KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire; INC#1194; 04:20PM; 1257 S Manhattan Pl; https://bit.ly/4082FuG; Harvard Heights; KNOCKDOWN: 30 firefighters extinguished the fire in 11 minutes with no injuries reported. The fire was prevented from extending into the attic or adjacent units. Cause and $ loss TBD. No further details.; FS 26; Batt 11; Central Bureau; Council District 10; BC11 BC18 E13 E226 E229 E26 E29 RA26 RA826 SQ21 T26 T29; CH9; 13; Margaret Stewart

Structure Fire 01/27/2023 INC#1194

Structure Fire; INC#1194; 04:09PM; 1257 S Manhattan Pl; https://bit.ly/4082FuG; Harvard Heights; Four story (3 residential over parking) apartment building with heavy fire showing from one unit on the 4th floor. Firefighters are in the offensive mode.; FS 26; Batt 11; Central Bureau; Council District 10; BC11 E13 E226 E26 RA26 RA826 SQ21 T26; CH9; 13; Margaret Stewart

KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire 01/27/2023 INC#1083

KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire; INC#1083; 04:05PM; 7301 N Lennox Av; https://bit.ly/3HyYX59; Van Nuys; KNOCKDOWN: 46 firefighters extinguished the fire in 52 minutes with no injuries reported. Row of two-story townhomes with the fire impacting four units. The fire in the unit of origin extended laterally to three units and up into the attic. The fourth unit had less fire damage but was affected by water and smoke. All occupants were reported to be out of the units prior to LAFD arrival. The number of occupants displaced is not known at this time. The Red Cross was notified to help provide for any immediate needs. The cause and $ loss TBD. No further details.; FS 81; Batt 10; Valley Bureau; Council District 2; BC10 BC12 CM40 CM42 E239 E288 E289 E39 E81 E90 E91 EA1 EM14 RA81 RA881 T39 T88 T89; CH9; 17 18; Margaret Stewart