re: Downtown L.A. Massive Fire

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The building contained was 1.3 million square feet of floor space, and officials said two-thirds of it was consumed by flames.

Firefighters used the 110 Freeway to set up equipment to fight the blaze.

The bulk of the fire was put out in 90 minutes but firefighters continue to deal with hot spots, LAFD Chief Ralph Terrazas said.

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Moore said the apartment complex covered an entire block. The bottom two stories were made of concrete; the upper five floors were made of wood frame. Much of the structure was lost.

"This is a significant building that has sustained serious damage," he said.

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Arson investigators were on the scene, but officials said that was common for such a large blaze.

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