Auto Fire Extinguished In Hollywood Hills

July 17, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of Andy N.

HOLLYWOOD HILLS—The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that they battled an auto fire on Wednesday, July 16. The fire was reported at 4:49 p.m. at 1855 N. Argyle Avenue.

The fire was erupting near the rear of a one-story strip mall (exposed unit doing business as a doughnut shop).

Firefighters quickly extinguished the auto fire and determined there was NO extension into the commercial building. There were injuries reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

By Danny Jones

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