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CHINATOWN, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — A fire broke out at a commercial building in downtown Los Angeles Thursday night, sending up a plume of smoke.
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Firefighters responded to the structure fire at 1009 North Main Street just before 7 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department
Heavy fire was showing through the roof when crews arrived on scene while outside fire extended into the one-story commercial structure, which has a two-story portion attached, according to the LAFD.
AIR7 video captured firefighters battling the flames from several ladder trucks and from the ground as smoke billowed over the area.
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At one point, an emergency traffic was declared for situational awareness of high voltage electrical wires that were interfering with firefighting operations.
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The incident commander declared a knockdown at 8:40 p.m.
No injuries were reported.
The LAFD requested arson investigators and heavy equipment to assist with overhaul operations. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
This is a breaking news story. More details will be added as more information becomes available.
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