Odor Investigation 08/01/2024 INC#0450 - Odor Investigation; INC#0450; 08:52AM; 855 N Vermont Av; #EastHollywood; PRELIM: Odor investigation within one classroom at the two-story Science Tech Lab at Los Angeles City College, after water was flushed into a (sink?) drain. There was no visible smoke or vapor on LAFD arrival, and no escalating or off-site hazard has been identified. One college staff member (adult male Building Engineer) with no identified symptoms, who was in or near the involved classroom prior to LAFD arrival, has received an on-site medical evaluation by LAFD Paramedics. He remains at the scene. The involved classroom has been isolated, and all (undetermined number) building occupants were calmly evacuated, as LAFD responders, including hazardous materials specialists assess the situation and confer with college staff. Media Inquiries: L.A. City College.; FS 6; Batt 11; Central Bureau; Council District 13; BC11 E235 E52 RA35 SQ21 T35; CH7; 12; Brian Humphrey 08-01-24 09:34 AM

Complete - Odor Investigation 08/01/2024 INC#0450 - Complete - Odor Investigation; INC#0450; 10:10AM; 855 N Vermont Av; #EastHollywood; LAFD firefighters, including hazardous materials specialists, have concluded their odor investigation at the two-story Science Tech Lab at Los Angeles City College. No specific hazard was identified. One college staff member (adult male Building Engineer) who was in or near the involved classroom prior to LAFD arrival, received an on-site medical evaluation by LAFD Paramedics for non-specific symptoms, and has declined further treatment or ambulance transportation. No other illness or injury has been reported. The fifteen (15) building occupants who were earlier evacuated, are being allowed to re-enter the building. Media Inquiries: L.A. City College; FS 6; Batt 11; Central Bureau; Council District 13; BC11 E235 E52 RA35 SQ21 T35; CH7; 12; Brian Humphrey 08-01-24 10:10 AM