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Lithium ion batteries catch fire in crash at Vincent Thomas Bridge – NBC Los Angeles
The Vincent Thomas Bridge is San Pedro remained closed Friday morning about 20 hours after a truckload of lithium ion batteries exploded and caught fire near the Port of Los Angeles.
There were no injuries reported in the crash early Thursday afternoon near the busy shipping port, where firefighters and a hazardous materials team responded at about midday Wednesday. Details about what led to the rollover were not immediately available.
California Highway Patrol officials indicated that the Vincent Thomas Bridge could potentially remain closed for as long as 24 to 48 hours, but the LAFD planned to move the big rig trailer Friday afternoon to an open lot on nearby Terminal Island.
“This will allow it to continue burning or off gassing, while lessening the impact on traffic and port operations,” the LAFD said Friday.
Traffic backed up on and near the bridge Wednesday afternoon. A long line of big rigs with shipping containers could be seen stopped on the bridge.
The Seaside Freeway was closed between Harbor Boulevard in San Pedro on the west side of the Vincent Thomas Bridge and the Long Beach (710) Freeway to the east.
“We were able to determine that the best course of action for this is to continue to let it burn. Lithium-ion batteries take copious amounts of water, so it’s generally better to just let them burn. It’s also better for the environment,” said Captain Adam Van Gerpen with the LA City Fire Department. “We’re concerned about water runoff getting into the drains, eventually getting into the ocean. It could create an environmental disaster.”
Flames and thick smoke could be seen coming from the shipping container on the trailer of the truck, which was on its side in the 900 block of North Seaside Avenue. There were reports of one battery exploding, the LA Fire Department said.
Video showed the side of the trailer blown off in the explosion.
LAFD Alert-Update #SanPedro Vehicle Rollover with Hazardous Materials 940 N Seaside Av MAP: https://t.co/ZFd4vTz5Aw FS40; DETAILS: https://t.co/uXgdfL1ThP
— LAFD 🔥 (@LAFD) September 26, 2024
“Firefighters have created a large perimeter around the site and are in the defensive mode (keeping their distance with hose lines for protection),” the LAFD said.
No evacuations were ordered early Thursday afternoon.
The 47 Freeway was closed east of Ferry Street.
“This afternoon, a semi-truck transporting lithium batteries overturned on Terminal Island. For the safety of everyone in the area, all traffic and bridges leading to and from Terminal Island have been temporarily shut down,” said Councilmember Tim McOsker. “I want to express my deep appreciation for the quick and proactive response and the leadership of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association. Their swift actions in prioritizing worker safety during this incident have been instrumental in protecting everyone involved.”
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Lawsuit filed over Shohei Ohtani 50-50 home run ball – NBC Los Angeles
What to Know
- A valuable piece of sports memorabilia is at the center of lawsuit filed by a fan who claims he’s the rightful owner of Shohei Ohtani’s 50-50 home run ball.
- The teen, who attended the Sept. 19 Dodgers-Marlins game in Miami, claims the ball was taken from him during a scrum beyond the outfield wall.
- The auction of the ball is set to go ahead with bids starting at $500,000.
A teen has filed a lawsuit in Florida crying foul over ownership of the baseball that Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hit for his historic 50th home run of the season.
Eighteen-year-old Max Matus’ lawsuit filed this week seeks to prevent the sale of the baseball, which was scheduled to go up for auction. The lawsuit claims Matus is the rightful owner of the ball that sparked a scrum Sept. 19 when it rocketed off the bat of Ohtani and landed behind the outfield wall at loanDepot Park in Miami.
The home run made Ohtani the only player in MLB history to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season. Bids for the high-value baseball were set by the Goldin Auctions to start at $500,000 with an option to buy outright for an astounding $4.5 million.
Matus, a Broward County, Florida, resident, filed for an injunction preventing Goldin and two Florida residents from “transferring, encumbering, selling, or concealing the 50/50 Ball.” He’s also seeking compensatory damages for what transpired during the Dodgers-Marlins game, which he attended with his father on his 18th birthday, according to the lawsuit.
Matus was in the left-center field crowd when Ohtani’s second of three home runs in a game for the ages cleared the wall, the lawsuit said. Matus claimed he grabbed the ball, “successfully obtaining possession” of what would become a valuable piece of sports memorabilia, according to the lawsuit.
The lawsuit alleges the ball was forcefully taken away by a “muscular, older man” identified as a defendant.
“Indeed, Max successfully grabbed the 50/50 Ball in his left hand and intended to keep it,” according to the lawsuit. “Unfortunately, a few seconds later… a muscular, older man – trapped Plaintiff’s arm in between his legs and wrangled the 50/50 Ball out of Max’s left hand. In so doing, (the defendant) wrongfully and forcefully obtained control of the ball and was escorted out of the stands by security.”
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball history to hit 50 home runs and have 50 stolen bases in a single season.
In a statement to ESPN, Goldin Auctions said it’s aware of the lawsuit.
“We are aware of the case that has been filed,” Goldin Auctions said in the statement. “Having reviewed the allegations and images included in the lawsuit, and publicly available video from the game, Goldin plans to go live with the auction of the Ohtani 50/50 ball.”
The 50-50 home run ball auction began Friday morning. If bids reach $3 million before Oct. 9, the private purchase option will be off the table and bidders can compete, which could drive of the value of the historic piece of sports memorabilia. Extended bidding will begin Oct. 16.
The next hearing for the Matus lawsuit was scheduled for Oct. 10.
The home run was the highlight of what’s widely considered one of the greatest single-game performances of all time. Ohtani went 6-for-6 with three home runs, two doubles and a staggering 10 RBI in a Dodgers rout.
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All lanes reopen after big rig crash causes traffic delays on 210 Freeway – NBC Los Angeles
All lanes of the 210 Freeway have reopened near Azusa after being closed due to an overturned big rig early Friday.
The crash happened at the Irwindale Avenue exit when the trailer went through the center divide and fell on its side onto the other direction of the freeway.
Caltrans and other crews are working to clear the trailer. A SigAlert remains in effect and it was unclear when it would be cleared.
The crash is affecting traffic on both sides of the freeway. Four left lanes are blocked and three lanes on the westbound side of the freeway are closed.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area or seek alternate routes like the 10 Freeway, Arrow Highway or Foothill Boulevard.
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All lanes reopen after big rig crash causes traffic delays on 210 Freeway – NBC Los Angeles
All lanes of the 210 Freeway have reopened near Azusa after being closed due to an overturned big rig early Friday.
The crash happened at the Irwindale Avenue exit when the trailer went through the center divide and fell on its side onto the other direction of the freeway.
Caltrans and other crews are working to clear the trailer. A SigAlert remains in effect and it was unclear when it would be cleared.
The crash is affecting traffic on both sides of the freeway. Four left lanes are blocked and three lanes on the westbound side of the freeway are closed.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area or seek alternate routes like the 10 Freeway, Arrow Highway or Foothill Boulevard.
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