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31 Jul, 2025
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Los Angeles Fire Department Quickly Suppresses Brush Fire Near Dodger Stadium
@Source: hoodline.com
A brush fire that ignited near Dodger Stadium on Wednesday morning was promptly contained by the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), allaying concerns of a larger blaze. According to KTLA, the fire consisted of light to medium brush burning over an area of roughly 100 by 100 feet at the intersection of Stadium Way and Vin Scully Avenue, adjacent to the stadium's parking lot. Firefighters arrived quickly on the scene, attacking the fire with hose lines as smoke billowed into the sky above. The LAFD reported the fire's onset at around 10:22 AM, noting its spread toward heavier brush but emphasizing the slow rate of spread due to low winds. "Approximately 50’ X 50’ patch of grass on fire, moving uphill toward heavier brush," the LAFD stated. Two additional engines and one hand crew were requested for assistance, yet no structures were threatened, and no injuries were reported. Despite the potential for escalation, the fire was swiftly brought under control. Firefighters' efforts resulted in the full containment of the fire without any threat to nearby structures or residents. "All active flames have been extinguished," confirmed the LAFD through a follow-up alert. The crews remained on-site to address any remaining hotspots and to ensure the complete extinguishment of the fire. The incident caused a brief interruption to traffic on Stadium Way as emergency vehicles and personnel worked to suppress the fire. Sky5’s Rich Prickett, reporting from overhead, praised the effectiveness of the firefighting teams. "The response appeared well-coordinated, with firefighters beginning suppression efforts within minutes of arriving on scene," he observed. The official cause of the fire is still under investigation, and officials are yet to conclude whether human activity, weather conditions, or another factor was responsible for the ignition.
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