‘Disrupting in every way’: LA faces chaotic commutes after interstate fire

Hazardous materials teams clear burned material from underneath Interstate 10 as crews assess damage

• Have you been affected by closure of LA Interstate 10?

Arson was likely the cause of a raging fire over the weekend that has closed a mile-long stretch of the I-10, a major elevated interstate highway near downtown, the California governor said on Monday.

The California department of forestry and fire protection fire marshal made a preliminary determination that the fire was set intentionally, Gavin Newsom said during a press conference at the fire site. He said investigators have received some tips from witnesses but did not say if there were any suspects or persons of interest.