Man, 19, gravely injured in Los Angeles high-rise fire dies Authorities say a 19-year-old French citizen has died after he was gravely injured when flames tore through a Los Angeles apartment tower this weekAt least 11 injured, including baby, in high-rise blaze The Associated PressLOS ANGELES -- A 19-year-old French citizen who was gravely injured when flames tore through a high-rise apartment tower this week died Friday evening at a hospital, authorities said. The Los Angeles County coroner's office identified him as Jeremy Bru of France. The Los Angeles City Council has considered expanding the sprinkler requirement for years, but they “petered out in committee,” Bonin said. Los Angeles Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas recommended in 2017 that sprinklers be installed in all 55 high-rise buildings that still lacked them. Landlords neglecting fire safety is an ongoing issue, said Jacob Woocher of the Los Angeles Tenants Union.

Source: ABC News February 01, 2020 06:14 UTC