URGENT UPDATE: A massive fire is currently raging at a commercial building in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, sending a thick plume of black smoke into the sky. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) reported the fire just after 8 a.m. Thursday, quickly mobilizing crews to the scene on Grande Vista Avenue.
Firefighters are actively battling the blaze, utilizing multiple streams of water to contain the flames. Eyewitness reports indicate that the smoke from the fire is visible from several miles away, creating an alarming sight in the local area. AIR7, the news helicopter, captured dramatic footage of the incident, showing the intensity of the fire and the large black smoke cloud.
The fire is believed to have originated outside the structure before it spread rapidly, although the exact cause remains under investigation. Fortunately, all employees inside the building were evacuated safely, and no injuries have been reported at this time.
Fire crews are working diligently to extinguish the flames and prevent further damage. This situation is developing, and authorities are expected to provide updates as they continue to assess the scene.
Residents in the vicinity are advised to stay indoors and avoid the area due to potential health risks from the smoke. The LAFD remains on-site, and efforts to fully control the fire are ongoing.
Stay tuned for more updates as this situation unfolds.
