Update at 8:00 PM on 6/20/26: 

Aerial suppression operations have concluded for the evening. Ground crews will remain actively engaged throughout the night, utilizing a large amount of water and the LAFD structural firefighting robot. 

Firefighter safety remains the top priority, as crews have identified areas of wall instability due to the significant volume of water being applied to the structure. Smoke conditions are expected to continue evolving as weather conditions change and suppression efforts progress. This remains a complex, long-duration incident that will require sustained operations.

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Update at 10:00 AM on 6/20/26:

LAFD crews continue to work diligently on the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights. The smell of smoke has reached most of the city, and we encourage everyone to limit exposure as much as possible. 

Follow LA County Public Health and AQMD recommendations for protecting yourself and your loved ones:

• LA County Public Health advisory: bit.ly/3Sk1qcA
• South Coast Air Quality Management District advisories: www.aqmd.gov

Two shelter locations have opened to support anyone affected by the Boyle Heights industrial fire:

• Pecan Rec Center at 145 S Pecan St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
• City Terrace Park 1126 N Hazard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90063 

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Update at 6:40 PM on 6/19/26:

If you're noticing an increase in smoke today, that's expected. Fire crews are continuing operations in the area, and changing weather conditions combined with ongoing suppression activities may make smoke more visible from surrounding communities.

There is no immediate threat to the public. Firefighters continue to attack the fire on the roof and in the building from the exterior.

We appreciate your patience and encourage residents to stay informed through official updates.

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Update at 5:05 PM on 6/19/26: Due to an expected change in wind conditions, there was a flare-up inside the structure, which was anticipated by crews on scene. More smoke is currently visible in the area of this incident; however, there is no additional hazard. Crews will continue to flow large amounts of water into the building for an extended period of time.

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Update at 11:25 AM on 6/19/2026: The Shelter-in-Place Order is now LIFTED for zone 1279-A in Boyle Heights. A Smoke Advisory remains in effect for LA City Genasys zones 1239, 1241, 1279A, 1279B, and 1281. Although smoke in the area has decreased, individuals with sensitivity to smoke should continue to monitor AQMD Air Quality alerts (AQMD.gov) and avoid unnecessary exposure to outdoor air.

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Update at 5:37 PM on 6/18/2026: Personnel have been working for several hours to ventilate the structure in order to create a safer environment for firefighters engaged in suppression efforts. Additional fire companies are en route to scene following the discovery of a pocket of fire in a freezer container in the commercial structure. Residents under the Shelter In Place order should stay inside, close doors and windows, and use A/C or air filters.

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Update at 2:39 PM on 6/18/2026: LAFD will soon be undertaking ventilation measures to evacuate hazardous smoke from 1400 S Los Palos St. Residents in Genasys zone 1279 EAST OF LORENA ST are ordered to SHELTER IN PLACE. Residents in Genasys zones 1281, 1239, 1241, and 1279 WEST OF LORENA are advised that they may see smoke in the area.

BOYLE HEIGHTS - On June 17, 2026, Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded to a fire at a large single-story commercial building at 1400 S Los Palos Street, following an alarm at 2:35 PM.

Upon arrival, firefighters found fire visible from the roof of the 1,000' x 500' structure. Crews initially engaged in offensive suppression; however, approximately 15 minutes into the operation, a suspected ammonia leak prompted Incident Command to order a defensive posture. LAFD personnel worked to locate and mitigate the source while suppression continued.

As a precaution, the fire building and adjacent businesses were evacuated in the early stages of the incident. A shelter-in-place order was issued for the immediate area, with advisories extended to surrounding areas to the north and east. Incident Command has since lifted all orders and advisories, and residents and employees may safely return. No further evacuations or shelter-in-place orders are anticipated. Air and water quality monitoring will continue during all further operations on scene.

The sheer size of this structure (identified as a cold-storage facility) largely prevented effective ground access, necessitating an unconventional approach. Though not typically deployed in structure fires due to safety concerns, LAFD helicopters performed water drops to knock down the bulk of the flames. 

While the fire was largely under control within six hours, extended suppression and overhaul operations are expected. LAFD fire companies, hazmat specialists, drone pilots, and USAR teams are coordinating scene management with partner agencies including LAPD, CHP, LADOT, LADWP, LADBS, the local gas company, and Los Angeles County Health Hazmat.