The North Hangar, which initially erupted on Tuesday morning, had ongoing flames and smoke billowing from the site over the weekend. The situation has prompted heightened safety measures and evacuation efforts.The fire, which initially raised alarms for its intensity, has now taken an additional toll on the community due to the detection of asbestos in the affected hangar. Authorities swiftly issued health warnings to residents, advising precautions against exposure to the hazardous material.
Due to the size of the 17- story structure and difficulty of safely reaching the flames, Orange County Fire Authority crews opted to pull back and allow the massive wooden hangar at Valencia Avenue and Armstrong Road to burn, essentially consuming the structure.'Please continue to stay out of the area,' the city and OCFA told residents on X . 'Residents in the area should continue to keep their doors and windows closed as a precaution.