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LADWP hopes to reopen Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood by end of week after water main break
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Camilla Rambaldi , NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
Los Angeles officials are aiming to reopen Sunset Boulevard by the end of the week after last week’s water main break released some 17 million gallons of water onto the streets of West Hollywood. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said it needs to finish repaving the street as soon as ...
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Key takeaway The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said it needs to finish repaving the street as soon as the concrete slurry that was poured into the sinkhole is cured.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The reopening of Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood by the end of the week would be a welcome relief to local business owners and residents who have been dealing with the aftermath of the water main break. For businesses like the water-damaged cafe on Holloway Drive, the prolonged closure has resulted in significant losses, with the owner expecting a lengthy reopening timeframe. The impact on residents is also substantial, with dozens of people like Nikky Abie needing new cars after theirs were totaled in the flood. The city's urging of affected individuals to file claims with the LADWP online is a crucial step in helping them recover from the disaster. As the city works to restore normalcy to the area, it will be crucial to monitor the progress of the repairs and the support provided to those affected, ensuring that the community can recover and thrive once again.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Los Angeles officials are aiming to reopen Sunset Boulevard by the end of the week after last week’s water main break released some 17 million gallons of water onto the streets of West Hollywood. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said it needs to finish repaving the street as soon as ...
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