Los Angeles, CA – A late-night fire scare in the Hollywood Hills turned out to be far less serious than it seemed — but still required a major response from Los Angeles firefighters.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), crews spent nearly an hour Thursday night investigating what was reported as a possible brush fire in the hills. The response included 10 fire companies and air operations support.
After an extensive search, firefighters determined that the “flames” were actually decorative holiday lights wrapped around a tree, designed to mimic the flicker of real fire.
The department shared the incident on social media, calling it a reminder for residents to be cautious with flame-replicating lighting, especially in areas prone to wildfires.
“We understand the fun of going all out on decorations,” LAFD officials wrote, “but if you live in a brush area, please consider an alternate type of décor — one that won’t require an emergency response.”
No injuries or property damage were reported, but the department noted that false alarms can tie up valuable resources needed for real emergencies.
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