Company's safety record raises questions after massive fire at L.A. food warehouse

TL;DR

A CBS News investigation identified at least 63 fires at Lineage properties over the past decade.
The June 17 fire at a Los Angeles food warehouse has heightened concerns about the company's safety record.
Residents near the LA fire are experiencing lingering odors and potential health impacts.
Lineage has faced millions in penalties for alleged workplace safety and environmental violations since 2014.
An ammonia leak at a Lineage facility in 2020 resulted in a worker's death.
Cold storage warehouses pose unique risks due to the use of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems.
Lineage is currently involved in cleanup and recovery efforts at the LA site and is facing lawsuits from residents.
Environmental experts express concerns about the cumulative impact of such industrial disasters in urban areas.

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