Public Safety
East Hollywood apartment fire forces evacuations; one hospitalized
About 160 Los Angeles firefighters responded to a three-story apartment building where fire spread from the basement into multiple floors early Thursday.
The Los Angeles Fire Department said crews were called to 560 North Kingsley Drive at 4:24 a.m. One adult woman was removed from the building and taken to a hospital as residents on the first floor were evacuated because of smoke.
By 5:55 a.m., firefighters were battling flames on several floors after fire traveled through the walls. LAFD later said portions of the first floor were reportedly compromised and ordered crews to prioritize resident and firefighter safety.
Location: 560 North Kingsley Drive, East Hollywood
Reported: 4:24 a.m. Thursday
Response: About 160 firefighters
Injuries: One adult woman hospitalized; no further injuries reported as of the department’s 6:20 a.m. update
Evacuees receive assistance
The American Red Cross and Los Angeles Police Department were assisting evacuated residents, and Metro buses were requested for transportation. LAFD warned that nearby traffic would be significantly affected and advised motorists to use alternate routes.
The department had not announced a cause or a final damage assessment in its early updates. This report will not speculate while the investigation and response remain active.
Official incident updates: Los Angeles Fire Department — October 15, 2026 →
Original local reporting: ABC7 Los Angeles — October 15, 2026 → · CBS Los Angeles — October 15, 2026 →