A 'state of emergency' has been declared due to the ongoing warehouse fire in Los Angeles, USA.
Governor Gavin Newsom of California declared a 'state of emergency' in response to the ongoing fire at a cold storage warehouse in Los Angeles.
A statement from the California Governor's website indicated that 5.5 million 'N95' masks, industrial air filters, and emergency supplies such as water will be prepared as part of the firefighting efforts. The statement noted that the fire has caused significant smoke emissions in the area, affecting air quality, and urged residents to heed warnings and stay indoors.