: Fire crews were dispatched to a warehouse fire at the 3000 block of Guadalupe in the early hours of Monday morning at approximately 04:30 A.M. Witnesses stated that flames and smoke were visible from several blocks way. On arrival, the firefighters quickly positioned to contain and extinguish the blaze. The warehouse was confirmed to be vacant at the time and was reported to be the former facility of a local candle company. Merchandise and other items were still in the building which added to the fire load.
Two firefighters were reported to have been injured at the incident. One sustained second degree burns and the other succumbed to exertion as a result of intense efforts to fight the fire.
The fire response included the participation of six fire engines, two ladder trucks, two ambulances as well two district chiefs and Safety officers.
A of 1:30 P.M., units were still on scene extinguishing spot fires throughout the premises.
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