Electrical Smoke and Sprinkler Activation at Commercial Building on 350 Fifth Street

Summary: Los Angeles City Fire units responded to reports of smoke and a fire alarm at a two-story commercial building located at 350 Fifth Street, Los Angeles, California. Upon arrival, crews found no visible fire but detected a smell of electrical smoke, likely originating from the HVAC system. During the investigation, a broken sprinkler was discovered near the trash chute, causing water flow issues. Firefighters worked to reset the alarm system, control the water flow, and coordinate with building maintenance. The incident was contained without escalation, and no injuries or significant hazards to the public were reported.