Firefighters in Van Nuys worked swiftly last night to douse a blaze that erupted in a vacant auto dealership, authorities said. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that the fire broke out at approximately 10:07 PM at 15702 W Roscoe Bl.
Upon arrival, crews encountered smoke billowing from a single-story structure measuring around 70 by 30 feet, formerly housing a car-selling business. The fire, initially an auto flame, prompted a call for reinforcements as firefighters made their way inside, battling to suppress the advancing fire, according to an LAFD alert.
"It took 32 firefighters 15 minutes to access, confine, and extinguish the flames," stated Jennifer Middleton of the LAFD. Firefighters forced their way into the building to tackle the inferno, successfully preventing further damage without any injuries reported. Additional details regarding the incident can be found on the LAFD website.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation and officials have yet to release any findings. The prompt and coordinated response of the fire department minimizes damage to the surrounding area, and ensures public safety. Valley Bureau and Council District 6 were mentioned in the incident notice, though the implication of the site's location in relation to the fire's impact has not yet been detailed.
