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Update Structure Fire (Grass) KNOCKDOWN 08/17/2022 INC#1043

Update KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire (Grass); INC#1043; 02:38PM; 12970 W Branford St; https://bit.ly/3dE6qo4; Pacoima; KNOCKDOWN: 78 firefighters extinguished the fire in 47 minutes with no injuries reported. Firefighters prevented the vegetation fire from extending to the exposed residences. There is some reported damage (extent unknown at this time) to fencing / patio furniture. Branford St is closed at the 5 Freeway to Laurel Canyon Blvd due to large diameter supply lines on the street and commuters are advised to seek alternate routes (duration unknown at this time). Crews continue to mop up the vegetation fire hot spots. This call was reported as a structure fire but was grass/vegetation along the freeway threatening the structures.; FS 98; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 6; BC10 BC12 BC14 BC2 BC5 CM40 CM42 E239 E260 E27 E288 E290 E293 E298 E7 E73 E75 E77 E81 E88 E98 EM15 HR3 RA7 RA91 T39 T60 T88 T90 T93 T98 UR27 UR88; CH9; 13 17; Margaret Stewart

Structure Fire 08/17/2022 INC#1043

Structure Fire; INC#1043; 02:38PM; 12970 W Branford St; https://bit.ly/3dE6qo4; Pacoima; Brush fire (size not available yet) along the freeway which is threatening at least two residences. Firefighters are working to knock down that front before it impinges on the homes. Additional resources requested (not reflected in this alert).; FS 98; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 6; BC12 BC14 E260 E293 E7 E75 E77 T60 T93; CH9; 17; Margaret Stewart

Update Structure Fire KNOCKDOWN 08/17/2022 INC#0848

Update KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire; INC#0848; 01:06PM; 11507 N Gladstone Av; https://bit.ly/3c5Ehpl; Lake View Terrace; KNOCKDOWN: 27 firefighters extinguished the fire in 24 minutes. Firefighters prevented the fire from extending into the main residence and the attic. One male (age unknown) patient was evaluated for unknown medical complaint and declined LAFD transport. Cause and $ loss TBD. No further details.; FS 98; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; BC12 E24 E289 E298 E98 EM15 RA39 RA828 RA91 T89 T98; CH9; 17; Margaret Stewart

Structure Fire 08/17/2022 INC#0848

Structure Fire; INC#0848; 12:43PM; 11507 N Gladstone Av; https://bit.ly/3c5Ehpl; Lake View Terrace; Firefighters are in the offensive mode against fire in an attached garage (one story, single family dwelling) with no additional buildings exposed. One patient is being evaluated for unknown medical complaint which do not appear to be life-threatening.; FS 98; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; BC12 E24 E289 E298 E98 EM15 RA39 RA828 RA91 T89 T98; CH9; 17; Margaret Stewart

Update Structure Fire 08/17/2022 INC#0344

Update Structure Fire; INC#0344; 08:53AM; 100 E Washington Bl; https://bit.ly/3yWzNIL; Historic South-Central; The condition of the building created significant safety hazards, therefore it is requiring a longer time to ensure all personnel remain safe while reaching the remaining pockets of fire. An official 'knockdown' has not been declared but the incident clock is turned off and the work will continue until all fire is extinguished. While the large smoke plume could be seen across Los Angeles, crews have prevented extension to the surrounding structures. Firefighters will remain on scene for approximately two hours conducting overhaul operations. The Northbound Blueline track will likely remain closed for another hour (estimated). No further updates are anticipated. ; FS 10; Batt 1; Central Bureau; Council District 9; BC1 BC11 E10 E14 E209 E210 E9 RA10 RA810 SQ21 T10 T9; CH7; 13; Margaret Stewart

Structure Fire 08/17/2022 INC#0344

Structure Fire; INC#0344; 07:34AM; 100 E Washington Bl; https://bit.ly/3yWzNIL; Historic South-Central; Two story, vacant commercial (previous burn) with fire showing through the roof. Firefighters are in the defensive mode. Incident commander requested the Blueline track be shut down on Washington between Grand and San Pedro due to emergency operations. Commuters are advised to follow @metrolaalerts for updates on train status. ; FS 10; Batt 1; Central Bureau; Council District 9; BC1 BC11 E10 E14 E209 E210 E9 RA10 RA810 SQ21 T10 T9; CH9; 13; Margaret Stewart

Update Jumper 08/17/2022 INC#0274

Update Jumper; INC#0274; 06:44AM; 180 E Arcadia St; https://bit.ly/3K1ZKwf; Downtown; LAPD safely took the patient into custody and he is being evaluated to determine transport needs. Firefighters are picking up all equipment to allow for a timely re-opening of the freeway by the CHP. Traffic will remain impacted and commuters are still advised to avoid the 101 / Los Angeles Street area. No further details.; FS 4; Batt 1; Central Bureau; Council District 14; BC1 E1 E10 E202 E203 E209 E210 E9 EM1 RA10 RA4 RA810 T10 T2 T3; CH7; 13; Margaret Stewart

Jumper 08/17/2022 INC#0274

Jumper; INC#0274; 06:16AM; 180 E Arcadia St; https://bit.ly/3K1ZKwf; Downtown; An adult male patient is on the Los Angeles Street overpass of the NB 101 Fwy, threatening to jump. The traffic is currently grid-locked and CHP is working to shut the freeway and clear traffic to allow LAFD apparatus to spot and deploy the air cushion. Traffic will be heavily impacted and commuters are strongly advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. Follow CHP updates @chp_la_traffic @chpcentralLA and https://cad.chp.ca.gov/Traffic.aspx CHP Log #458. No further details. #LATraffic #Trafficalert; FS 4; Batt 1; Central Bureau; Council District 14; BC1 E10 E203 E209 E210 E9 EM1 RA10 RA4 RA810 T10 T3; CH7; 13; Margaret Stewart

KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire 08/16/2022 INC#1553

KNOCKDOWN Structure Fire; INC#1553; 08:33PM; 1281 W Exposition Bl; https://bit.ly/3w9a6oj; #ExpositionPark; It took 40 firefighters 40 minutes to extinguish a blaze at a former (now vacant) laundromat. Firefighters positioned themselves around the exterior of the structure with hose lines to douse the flames, including positions on the roofs of two residential structures for protection. Firefighters contained the flames to the building of origin (and some ornamental vegetation immediately outside). No reported injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation.; FS 15; Batt 13; South Bureau; Council District 8; BC11 BC13 E10 E13 E215 E226 E266 E34 RA15 SQ21 T15 T26 T66; CH7; 14; Nicholas Prange

Structure Fire 08/16/2022 INC#1553

Structure Fire; INC#1553; 07:53PM; 1281 W Exposition Bl; https://bit.ly/3w9a6oj; Exposition Park; Vacant laundromat with heavy fire showing. Defensive mode.; FS 15; Batt 13; South Bureau; Council District 8; BC11 BC13 E10 E13 E215 E226 E266 E34 RA15 T15 T26 T66; CH9; 14; Nicholas Prange