The Los Angeles County Fire Department is responding to a reported explosion and fire at a home in Bell Gardens Tuesday evening.
The blast was reported a few minutes after 6 p.m. in the 6500 block of Purdy Avenue, the agency said.
On social media, the Fire Department characterized it as a two-story home on fire.
Footage shared to the Citizen app shows a large fire in Bell Gardens on Jan. 27, 2026.
A home in Bell Gardens exploded and burned on Jan. 27, 2026. (KTLA)
A home in Bell Gardens exploded and burned on Jan. 27, 2026. (KTLA)
The Bell Gardens Police Department confirmed that 59 firefighters battled a blaze there, though no explosion was mentioned in their social media post.
Footage shared to the Citizen app showed a large fire.
Two people were hurt and taken to local hospitals, though their conditions and identities haven’t been disclosed.
The public is encouraged to avoid the area.
Luis Zuniga contributed to this report. Check back for updates to this developing story.
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