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Structure Fire - Now Out 08/19/2025 INC#1511

Structure Fire - Now Out; INC#1511; 07:47PM; 849 N La Brea Av; https://bit.ly/4mrUJzp; #Fairfax; LAFD arrived on scene to a five-story modern apartment building with light smoke showing from the second floor, reportedly due to an electric scooter malfunction. Knockdown in 15 minutes by 34 firefighters on scene, with no injuries reported. HazMat specialists have been attached, and crews will remain on scene for approximately 30 minutes to manage lithium-ion battery removal and overhaul of the affected apartment unit. LAPD INC#4353; FS 41; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 5; BC11 BC5 E220 E229 E261 E27 E41 E61 E82 EM5 RA41 RA61 T20 T29 T61; CH9; 12; Lyndsey Lantz
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[Updated] Auto Fire - Now Out 08/19/2025 INC#0527

[Updated] Auto Fire - Now Out; INC#0527; 09:30AM; 8035 W Manchester Av; https://bit.ly/4mgIOUS; #PlayaDelRey; First-arriving companies report one burned patient (50M) is being transported by paramedics in critical condition. An automobile nearby reportedly exposed but *not* involved with flames. Cause under investigation; LAPD INC#1612; FS 5; Batt 4; West Bureau; Council District 11; AR1 BC4 E205 E5 RA5 T5; CH7; 12; Lyndsey Lantz
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UPDATE Structure Fire - Now Out 08/19/2025 INC#0203

UPDATE Structure Fire - Now Out; INC#0203; 08:50AM; 1818 S Arapahoe St; https://bit.ly/3HFQMrC; #Pico-Union; The cause of this fire is still under active investigation. Though an electric scooter was located on scene, it has *not* been identified as the cause of the blaze. Additionally: one pet dog was rescued from the unit of origin, resuscitated with oxygen therapy on scene, and survived. ; FS 13; Batt 11; Central Bureau; Council District 1; AR1 BC1 BC11 E10 E11 E15 E210 E211 E215 EM11 HM21 JT1 RA11 RA15 RA815 T10 T11 T15; CH7; 12; Lyndsey Lantz
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Structure Fire - Now Out 08/19/2025 INC#0203

Structure Fire - Now Out; INC#0203; 04:04AM; 1818 S Arapahoe St; https://bit.ly/41MFDvO; #Pico-Union; First-arriving companies quickly extinguished flames in one unit of a single-story triplex, declaring knockdown in 13 minutes from the initial 911 call. Paramedics transported one burned patient (32M) in critical condition to a local hospital. No fire extension beyond the unit of origin — firefighters remain on scene to overhaul damage. Cause under investigation.; FS 13; Batt 11; Central Bureau; Council District 1; AR1 BC1 BC11 E10 E11 E15 E210 E211 E215 EM11 HM21 RA11 RA15 RA815 T10 T11 T15; CH7; 12; Lyndsey Lantz
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Structure Fire - Now Out 08/18/2025 INC#0528

Structure Fire - Now Out; INC#0528; 09:18AM; 4187 S Compton Av; https://bit.ly/4mleVCO; #Central-Alameda; One-story commercial building, approximately 50' x 50', doing business as a market, with light smoke initially showing from eaves in the rear. In a coordinated effort from both the roof and interior, crews located fire in the attic and initiated salvage operations to protect property in the market below. Despite complicated access, knockdown was declared in 33 minutes. All occupants were confirmed safely out of the building, with no injuries reported. Firefighters remain on scene for overhaul of the damage. LAPD INC#1711; FS 14; Batt 1; Central Bureau; Council District 9; BC1 BC13 E14 E17 E21 E215 E221 E46 EM1 HM21 RA21 RA814 T15 T21; CH9; 12; Lyndsey Lantz
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Structure Fire - Now Out 08/17/2025 INC#0559

Structure Fire - Now Out; INC#0559; 10:17AM; 321 S San Vicente Bl; https://bit.ly/45IclQt; #BeverlyGrove; LAFD paramedics are transporting a patient (30F) with serious burns to a local hospital. Three total occupants and a pet cat escaped the smoke-charged residence, reportedly following a microwave malfunction. LAFD Arson is investigating -- nothing further at this time.; FS 61; Batt 18; South Bureau; Council District 5; BC18 BC5 E227 E261 E41 E58 E61 E68 EM14 RA61 RA858 T27 T61; CH7; 12; Lyndsey Lantz
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Tractor-Trailer Fire - Now Out 08/16/2025 INC#1164

Tractor-Trailer Fire - Now Out; INC#1164; 05:35PM; Sb 5 Fy; https://bit.ly/4bvXGdl; #Sylmar; Incident Command anticipates an extended (2-3 hour) operation to off-load vehicles from this tractor-trailer and fully manage the incident scene. Several LAFD crews, CHP, and Caltrans continue working in the truck lanes of the 5 Freeway. Motorists are respectfully asked to proceed with caution and prioritize safety after dark. ; FS 91; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; AC704 BC10 BC712 E18 E239 E275 E28 E287 E7 E73 E75 E87 E90 E91 E98 EA1 EA2 ER3 HM87 JT4 RA18 RA87 RA91 T39 T75 T87 WT77 WT88; CH8; 18; Lyndsey Lantz
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Update Tractor-Trailer Fire 08/16/2025 INC#1164

Update Tractor-Trailer Fire; INC#1164; 05:35PM; Sb 5 Fy; https://bit.ly/4bvXGdl; #Sylmar; All northbound lanes on the 5 Freeway are open; CHP is working to re-open the 1, 2, and 3 southbound lanes. The truck lane remains closed while firefighters continue fire suppression and runoff containment efforts. Caltrans is on scene to assist with removal of two unburned autos from the trailer. Passers-by are strongly encouraged to avoid the smoke plume and runoff surrounding this incident -- no injuries have been reported at this time.; FS 91; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; AC704 BC10 BC712 E18 E275 E28 E287 E7 E75 E87 E90 E91 HM87 JT4 RA87 RA91 T75 T87 WT77 WT88; CH8; 18; Lyndsey Lantz
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Update Tractor-Trailer Fire 08/16/2025 INC#1164

Update Tractor-Trailer Fire; INC#1164; 06:30PM; Sb 5 Fy; https://bit.ly/4bvXGdl; #Sylmar; 52 firefighters and multiple water tenders are currently on scene. Closures include the 1, 2, and 3 lanes of the NB 5; the 3, 4, and 5 lanes of the SB 5; all SB 5 truck lanes; and Balboa Blvd between Foothill and Old Road. Firefighters are employing Class B firefighting foam and attempting to save autos which are not yet involved with fire. The tractor-trailer driver has been confirmed uninjured. LAPD INC#3461; CHP LOG 1777; LACoFD INC#3711; FS 91; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; AC704 BC712 E18 E275 E28 E7 E75 E87 E90 E91 HM87 JT4 RA91 T75 WT77 WT88; CH8; 18; Lyndsey Lantz
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Tractor-Trailer Fire 08/16/2025 INC#1164

Tractor-Trailer Fire; INC#1164; 05:35PM; Sb 5 Fy; https://bit.ly/4bvXGdl; #Sylmar; First-arriving companies report a tractor-trailer hauling multiple electric vehicles stopped on the side of the southbound 5 Freeway truck lanes (south of Balboa Blvd, north of the 210 Freeway). Both the truck and at least four vehicles on the trailer are involved with fire. Fire resource access has been slowed due to rush hour traffic -- CHP is assisting with road closures (LOG 1777). Motorists are encouraged to keep well clear of the smoke. Additional LAFD resources, as well as LA County Fire resources, are still en route (#3711). No injuries reported at this time.; FS 91; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; E75 E91; CH8; Lyndsey Lantz
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