On March 20, a fire broke out at the iconic Pacific Dining Car in Los Angeles, marking the second fire incident within a year; the first occurred in August 2024. Luckily, the building was unoccupied, and no injuries were reported. The restaurant, beloved for its vintage charm since its 1921 opening, became a cultural asset over the decades, even earning recognition as a historic-cultural monument in 2023. While the Santa Monica branch closed in June 2020, restoration efforts for the original site were underway following the earlier fire. Firefighters managed to control the flames efficiently.
In the early hours of March 20, a fire erupted at the historic Pacific Dining Car in Los Angeles; it is the second fire incident in less than a year.
Approximately 100 firefighters attended the latest fire and successfully battled the flames for 45 minutes, ensuring that the historic building remained standing without injuries reported.
The Pacific Dining Car has been a cherished Los Angeles landmark since its opening in 1921, renowned for its vintage charm, 24-hour service, and notable film appearances.
Although the second location in Santa Monica closed permanently in June 2020, efforts to preserve the original Pacific Dining Car as a historic-cultural monument continue.
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