hazardous materials

Crews will start removing hazardous materials from World War II-era structures along Sand Island's southwestern shoreline to reduce injury risks for park users. The work begins on July 9.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass declared an emergency to secure resources for fighting a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights emitting hazardous smoke. The fire, which began at a cold-storage facility, has prompted shelter-in-place orders and efforts to manage 85 million pounds of frozen food posing biohazard challenges.

Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency due to a fire in Boyle Heights that is emitting smoke across the region. Officials warned individuals with lung issues or smoke sensitivity to avoid outdoor activities, though hazardous materials at the site have been mitigated by crews.

A fire at a Lineage Logistics warehouse in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, caused hazardous air conditions, leading to shelter-in-place orders. The blaze, which produced dark smoke and initially threatened an ammonia line, was extinguished by late afternoon, with firefighters assessing the interior.

Firefighters are combating an explosive fire at a cold storage facility in Boyle Heights, leading to a shelter-in-place order due to heavy smoke. The incident may escalate into a hazardous materials situation, as reported by Sky5's Gil Leyvas.

The Pentagon ordered shelter-in-place for some areas following a hazardous materials incident that triggered an emergency response. Air-quality sensors detected an issue inside the building, prompting the hazmat action.