Title: Fire at Pallet Yards Shuts Down 10 Freeway
The 10 Freeway in Los Angeles remains closed in both directions after a fire broke out at two pallet yards underneath the freeway early Saturday morning. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that the fire was first reported at 1:46 a.m. at the 10 Freeway and 14th Street.
As a result of the fire, a SigAlert was issued and the freeway was shut down, leading to traffic backups. Fire crews were on scene to assess the damage and the structural safety of the freeway.
According to LAFD, the freeway will remain closed until Caltrans deems it safe for traffic to pass through. The California Highway Patrol has implemented a full closure of the 10 Freeway, with traffic being diverted eastbound at Alameda and westbound at Santa Fe.
The closure is expected to last for days as city engineers work to determine the structural integrity of the freeway. However, there have been no reports of injuries as a result of the fire.
The current closure of the 10 Freeway is causing significant disruptions for commuters and motorists, and officials are urging people to seek alternative routes until the freeway is deemed safe for travel.