Brush Fire Near Dodger Stadium

Introduction to the Incident

LOS ANGELES – Dodger fans captured startling moments where they could see brushfire smoke not too far from the ballpark.

What We Know About the Fire

Despite the apparent proximity of the smoke from Dodger Stadium, the fire broke out well outside the ballpark and its surrounding parking lots as the Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed the location of the fire being in Chinatown, with crews dropping water along the northbound lanes of the 110 Freeway.
The fire stretched to about two acres before forward progress stopped on Saturday, May 31, LAFD said.
No one was hurt in the fire. No buildings were damaged in the small brush fire.
The small fire broke out as fans were in the middle of watching the Dodgers-Yankees game.

What We Don’t Know

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Details and Source

The Source: This report used information provided by the Los Angeles Fire Department and the video was shared by a witness at Dodger Stadium.

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Conclusion

The brush fire near Dodger Stadium, though alarming due to its proximity to the ballpark, was contained quickly by the Los Angeles Fire Department. The incident highlights the ever-present risk of brush fires in the area, especially during dry conditions. Thankfully, no one was injured, and no structures were damaged. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

FAQs

• Q: Where did the brush fire occur?
  • A: The brush fire occurred in Chinatown, near the northbound lanes of the 110 Freeway, outside Dodger Stadium.
• Q: How large was the fire?
  • A: The fire stretched to about two acres before it was contained.
• Q: Were there any injuries or damage?
  • A: No, there were no injuries reported, and no buildings were damaged.
• Q: What was the cause of the fire?
  • A: The cause of the fire is under investigation.
• Q: When did the fire occur?
  • A: The fire broke out on Saturday, May 31, during a Dodgers-Yankees game.