Crime & Safety

Car Catches Fire in La Crescenta

A car started on fire in La Crescenta, according to the California Highway Patrol.

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A car caught fire at Encinal and Pennsylvania avenues in La Crescenta, according to California Highway Patrol.

Someone reported the flames about 4:20 p.m. Tuesday, just north of the Foothill (210) Freeway, the CHP reported. 

The vehicle, a 4-door Honda, appeared to have caught fire near at the rear.

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Glendale firefighters, police and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Crescenta Valley Station, deputies were blocking traffic while crews cleaned up. 

Editor's Note: This article was updated at 5 p.m. Tuesday. 

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