Los Angeles, CA – Firefighters with the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a structure fire Friday morning in the 1300 block of East Washington Boulevard, officials said.
According to the LAFD, the blaze broke out in a commercial building, causing significant damage before crews were able to bring it under control. Firefighters also worked quickly to defend a nearby two-story residential building that was exposed to the flames.
No injuries were reported, and firefighters successfully prevented the fire from spreading to the adjacent home, the department confirmed. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Residents in the area reported seeing thick smoke early this morning as crews worked to contain the flames. The fire led to temporary road closures in the immediate area while firefighters operated on scene.
Anyone traveling through East Washington Boulevard is advised to use alternate routes until cleanup is complete.
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