Encino House Fire Knocked Down In 21 Minutes

ENCINO, CA — Firefighters knocked down a house fire in Encino Monday morning, with all occupants safely escaping the home, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

The fire was reported at 7:42 a.m. at a single-story home at 4505 N. Sherman Oaks Ave., where flames were visible when firefighters arrived, according to the LAFD.

Subscribe

Crews launched an offensive attack on the blaze, coordinating firefighting operations inside the home and on the roof.

The fire was knocked down at 8:03 a.m., about 21 minutes after it was first reported. No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire has not been determined.

Firefighters remained at the scene to check for any remaining fire, and officials urged motorists to use alternate routes around the area.