Commercial Building Gutted By Fire In Downtown Los Angeles

A firefighter suffered moderate injuries while battling a large blaze at clothing business in downtown Los Angeles Tuesday morning. The blaze was reported about 4:50 a.m. near the intersection of Pico Boulevard and San Pedro Street and was knocked down about 45 minutes later, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Aerial video from Sky5 showed the building engulfed in flames and adjacent power lines sparked as the blaze continued. The downed power lines created a hazard for firefighters. It is unclear how the firefighter was injured, but he was taken to a local hospital in fair condition.