Los Angeles warehouse fire prompts shelter-in-place orders due to hazardous air
Summary
A large warehouse fire in the Boyle Heights area near downtown Los Angeles caused thick smoke and a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents due to dangerous air. Firefighters put out the fire on the warehouse roof and checked inside the building for safety.Key Facts
- The fire started around 2:30 p.m. on June 17, 2026.
- The warehouse is a 491,000-square-foot cold storage facility owned by Lineage Logistics.
- Thick black smoke covered the sky above the neighborhood.
- Officials warned residents to stay inside, close windows and doors, turn off air conditioners, and keep pets indoors.
- There was initial concern about ammonia pipes catching fire, but that risk passed.
- Firefighters extinguished the blaze on the roof by late afternoon.
- The fire department was checking inside the building after putting out the fire.
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