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Los Angeles Warehouse Fire Triggers Shelter-In-Place Orders

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Los Angeles — A warehouse fire in the Boyle Heights neighborhood sent large plumes of dark smoke into the sky Wednesday afternoon after Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded at about 2:30 p.m. The blaze, visible from downtown, prompted authorities to issue shelter-in-place orders for nearby residents and businesses as smoke spread. Officials issued a hazardous-materials alert shortly after the response, instructing residents to close windows, doors and vents, turn off air conditioning, and move people and pets to interior rooms. LAFD spokesperson Jennifer Middleton said concern the fire had reached an ammonia line dissipated; firefighters extinguished the roof blaze by late afternoon and entered to assess the interior.

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Timeline of Events

Around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, LAFD responded to a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights.
Shortly after, authorities issued shelter-in-place orders and a hazardous-materials alert for nearby residents.
Officials reported concern the fire may have involved an ammonia line, prompting additional caution.
By late afternoon, firefighters extinguished the roof blaze and began entering to assess the interior.
The building was identified online as a Lineage Logistics cold storage warehouse used for temperature-controlled goods.

News Intelligence

This fire could affect your health and safety if you live or work near Boyle Heights. The smoke can cause breathing issues, especially for those with respiratory conditions. Check local news for updates and follow shelter-in-place orders.