NORTH HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Firefighters battled a massive fire that sent smoke billowing into the air over North Hollywood and surrounding areas Sunday afternoon.
The blaze was reported just before 4 p.m. near Vanowen Street and Vineland Avenue, about a mile from Hollywood Burbank Airport, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Flames were burning next to railroad tracks and a commercial building with placards, which indicate potential hazardous materials, LAFD said.
The fire happened at California Art Products, which makes movie props - including fiberglass props.
Thick black smoke from the fire could be seen from miles away.
It's unclear what caused the blaze or if any injuries have been reported.
A majority of the flames were extinguished before 5 p.m. and a knockdown was declared. Residents in the area were asked to stay inside.