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Fast-Moving Blaze Destroys Baldwin Park Restaurant, Flower Shop
20 Jan
Summary
- A fast-moving fire destroyed a Mexican restaurant and flower shop.
- Over 75 firefighters battled the blaze for over an hour.
- The cause of the fire is still under investigation; no injuries reported.
A significant fire erupted in Baldwin Park early Tuesday morning, causing extensive damage to businesses within a strip mall.
The blaze, which began around 12:55 a.m. at Ramona Boulevard and Syracuse Avenue, rapidly engulfed a Mexican restaurant and a flower shop.
Firefighters arriving at the scene encountered heavy, pressurized smoke, suggesting the fire had been burning unseen for some time. Flames penetrated the roof, forcing crews to retreat due to the danger of collapse, complicating firefighting efforts.
More than 75 firefighters worked diligently for over an hour to gain control of the intense fire. The investigation into the fire's origin is ongoing. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among civilians or emergency personnel.
Crews remained on-site for several hours following extinguishment to monitor for any potential reignition of hot spots.
