Boyle Heights warehouse returned to owner and tenant for cleanup, LAFD says
The LAFD said it expects to return responsibility of the Boyle Heights warehouse to the owner and tenant on Friday.
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The LAFD said it expects to return responsibility of the Boyle Heights warehouse to the owner and tenant on Friday.
The Los Angeles Fire Department said they were able to finally achieve a knockdown just before 6 p.m., meaning there were no active flames and no threat of fire spreading.
The LAFD said smoke conditions have improved significantly in the area.
LAFD Captain Jacob Raabe told CBS LA that crews have made "significant headway" by tearing down the exterior walls of the warehouse.
Aerial footage of the fire on Monday showed thick plumes of smoke still coming from the facility, with several fire engines and crews working in the area.
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