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disasters2 years ago

Historic Hangar Collapses in Tustin Fire at California Air Station

A massive fire engulfed the historic hangar at Marine Corps Air Station Tustin in Orange County, California, leading fire officials to allow the structure to collapse. Fire crews battled the blaze from the ground and with a helicopter, but the lack of water on the property made firefighting efforts challenging. No injuries or evacuations were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. The hangar, one of the largest wooden structures ever built, has appeared in various movies and shows.

local-news2 years ago

Inferno Engulfs Historic WWII Blimp Hangar in Southern California

A massive fire broke out at a historic WWII blimp hangar in Tustin, Orange County. The wooden hangar, which was originally built in 1942, was used to store blimps that patrolled the southern California coastline for enemy submarines during the war. Firefighters faced challenges in extinguishing the flames due to the lack of water supply, as the base is no longer in use. The hangars have been featured in various television shows and movies. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while fire crews continue to monitor the situation.

disasters2 years ago

Historic North Hangar at Marine Corps Air Station Tustin Engulfed in Massive Fire

A massive fire engulfed a historic hangar at a former air base in Tustin, Orange County, prompting a three-alarm response from fire crews. The fire, which started around 1 a.m., consumed the 17-story structure, with firefighters using a helicopter and ground attack to combat the flames. The lack of water on the property posed a challenge, requiring crews to pump water from nearby hydrants. No civilians were present, and nearby neighborhoods did not require evacuation. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.