L.A. firefighter Steve Baker stands atop a car as crews battled a blaze early Monday in Boyle Heights. Two people were killed and two hurt. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
The fire was fueled by petroleum products and tires. Several people were reportedly living in the auto repair shop.
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Firefighters prevented flames from spreading to nearby buildings. The cause of the fire is under investigation. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
The fire was reported after 6 a.m. at the auto repair shop in the 3500 block of Whittier Boulevard in Boyle Heights. Firefighters arrived about 6:30, and the flames were put down by 7:45. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
