Northridge Grass Fire Destroys Structures, Injures Firefighter

Fire Outbreak and Initial Response

• 🔥 A grass fire broke out just before 2 PM on Encino Avenue in the 9200 block, initially reported as a structure fire.
• 🚒 The fire rapidly spread, consuming a house and three back structures, with flames extending to a neighboring property's barn.

Firefighting Efforts and Damage Assessment

• 🚁 An LA City Fire Department water-dropping helicopter was deployed to help contain the active flames.
• ⚠️ Firefighters worked to knock down the blaze, achieving a knockdown on all structures.
• 💥 There was a complete loss of three structures, with significant damage to an adjacent property.

Firefighter Injury

• 🩹 One firefighter sustained an injury to their hand and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.

Location and Scope

• 📍 The incident occurred in the 17,500 block of Encino Avenue.
• 💨 The fire produced a significant amount of smoke, impacting the surrounding area.