LAIT911 | Incident Details

[VERIFIED] This is now a fatality fire with a victim located in the fire unit. LAFD PIO Firefighter David Ortiz is responding for media availability with an ETA of 4:30AM.

[VERIFIED] Due to excessive storage conditions found within the fire unit, firefighters need to remove large amounts of debris to ensure there are no smoldering hot spots remaining. Given the fire unit is on the 7th floor, it requires an extended duration salvage and overhaul operation. Additional resources are on scene to ensure adequate staffing to complete the work (18 fire companies and 5 rescue ambulances). There are no reported injuries. LA Building and Safety are enroute for an evaluation of the building and its ability to occupy residents. LAFD Arson unit is on scene to assist with the cause investigation. Commuters are advised to avoid the area surrounding 5th St and Main St.

[VERIFIED] KNOCKDOWN: Over 100 firefighters on this incident (due to logistical needs in supporting a high rise fire) extinguished fire in a corner unit on the 7th floor in 50 minutes with no injuries reported. This will remain an active incident for an extended duration as crews work to clear smoke from all floors. The major of residents were sheltered in place.

[VERIFIED] Firefighters located fire on the 7th floor, in a corner unit, and are making good progress towards extinguishment. There are no injuries reported at this time.

[VERIFIED] 12 story residential high rise with smoke showing from the 7th floor. Firefighters are in the offensive mode