Firefighters battled a significant blaze this morning at a San Pedro apartment complex that saw smoke and flames erupting from the top floor of the three-story, hillside structure. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) reports that the fire, which broke out around 9:16 AM at 2030 S Cabrillo Ave, prompted an aggressive offensive attack by the responding crews. According to the initial LAFD alert, the fire was visible from the upper level of the building as firefighters rushed to the scene.
Despite the early morning chaos, the LAFD achieved a "knockdown" of the fire in a mere twenty minutes, a swift response by the 46 firefighters on site. In a statement that followed the containment at 09:36 AM, the LAFD detailed their efforts, revealing that one adult male was being evaluated for possible smoke inhalation alongside other injuries. Remarkably, the flames were mostly contained to just one unit within the apartment complex. Firefighters have moved to conduct overhaul and salvage operations, aiming to protect against potential water damage to the surrounding units. This information comes from the subsequent LAFD statement on the incident.
The affected building is located in Council District 15 and was attended by multiple engine companies, including E101, E112, and E248. Truck companies such as T48 and T85 were also part of the rapid response. Battalion Chiefs from Batt 6, along with a specialized air operations command, assisted in the coordination and management of the incident.
