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fire-incident2 years ago

"Massive Fire at Historic Tustin Hangar Sparks Emergency Declaration and School Closures"

A flare-up occurred at the site of a massive fire that destroyed a historic World War II blimp hangar in Tustin, California. Firefighters opted to let the fire burn itself out due to the difficulty of reaching the flames. The hangar, listed on the national Register of Historic Places, was engulfed in flames, causing debris and ash to spread throughout the area. Asbestos was detected in the debris, prompting an emergency proclamation and warnings about unhealthy air quality. Tustin Unified schools were closed, and an agreement was reached with the U.S. Navy for remediation efforts. Residents were advised to take precautions and limit exposure to smoke and ash.

disasters2 years ago

Historic WWII Blimp Hangar Engulfed in Flames in Southern California

A massive World War II-era wooden blimp hangar in Tustin, California, caught fire, prompting firefighters to allow the structure to collapse in order to extinguish the blaze. The hangar, one of two built in 1942 for the U.S. Navy, was a historic landmark and had been used for Hollywood productions. No injuries were reported, and the property is still owned by the Navy. The hangar had been closed since 2013 due to roof damage.

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.