Today, at approximately 1:03 PM, Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) units responded to a hazardous materials incident at a commercial building located at 20750 W Marilla St in Chatsworth. The LAFD reported that firefighters encountered an unknown vapor emanating from behind the large, one-story structure which measures about 200 feet by 300 feet. As a safety precaution, firefighting personnel assisted roughly 70 building occupants to evacuate the premises. The official LAFD alert stated that crews worked to isolate the hazard zone and denied entry until they could better determine the substance's nature.
According to the LAFD, there have been no immediate reports of anyone affected by the vapor cloud. "There is no known offsite hazard," as mentioned in the incident notification, highlighting that the threat appears to be contained to the area immediately surrounding the property. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is also involved in the operation, with the incident documented as LAPD Inc #2742. While the situation continues to evolve, emergency services are urging people to avoid the area to not hinder the investigation.
The LAFD's response to the incident included multiple resources such as hazardous materials teams, several engine companies, and specialized squads. Additional support came from ambulance crews and command officers who were prepared to provide immediate medical assistance if required. With precise coordination, these teams are operating under the reality that clarity will emerge only once the hazmat experts analyze and identify the mysterious vapor. Until then, the situation is fluid, with new information expected to be forthcoming as the LAFD's investigation proceeds.
As of now, there are no known impacts on neighboring residents or businesses. Firefighters continue to hold a firm perimeter to ensure public safety during their operation. In the meantime, information related to the hazardous materials incident in Chatsworth is to be updated by LAFD as their investigation develops. Individuals interested in ongoing updates can check the LAFD website, where details will be shared as they become available.
