Large Fire Erupts Beneath Main Street Bridge In Los Angeles

A large fire erupted beneath the Main Street Bridge in Los Angeles early Wednesday morning, sending heavy smoke and flames pouring from both sides of the structure.

On October 28, 2026, at approximately 2:53 a.m., Los Angeles firefighters responded to a reported rubbish fire near 1732 North Main Street in the Dogtown neighborhood, near Chinatown.

The fire was burning underneath the Main Street Bridge along the Los Angeles River.

According to reports from the scene, firefighters initially experienced difficulty accessing the area beneath the bridge, allowing the flames to grow rapidly.

The fire intensified, producing heavy smoke and large flames visible from both sides of the bridge.

Popping sounds and several small explosions were also heard as the fire continued to burn.

The cause of the fire remains unknown, and no information regarding injuries or damage to the bridge was immediately available.

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