Los Angeles firefighters and police were dispatched to the scene at 659 E 116th Place yesterday afternoon, where a person was spotted on a power pole in what appeared to be a state of psychological crisis. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) alert, officials arrived at approximately 2:26 PM in the neighborhood of Green Meadows.
The individual was wearing all black and had climbed a power pole, prompting first responders to quickly collaborate to ensure their safety. Firefighters requested additional units to set up a rescue air cushion as a precaution. To further ensure the well-being of everyone involved, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) was called to assist with the power shutdown, in an attempt to safely bring the individual down from the pole.
No injuries have been reported in this incident and details regarding the person's identity or why they climbed the pole have not been disclosed. The official LAFD alert states, "No further information at this time," and directs media inquiries to LAPD incident number 2293 and CHP Log 1228.
The emergency response included multiple units: Fire Station 64, Battalion 13, and South Bureau units were present at the scene as part of Council District 15's safety protocol. The LAFD alert, provided by spokesperson Mark McLean, lists the task forces and equipment that were deployed to address this event. The presence of emergency medical services (RA64) on the scene suggests that paramedics were ready to offer medical assistance if necessary.
