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LIVE: Major water main break in West Hollywood floods streets, submerges cars
By FOX 11 Digital Team at FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV)
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
A 36-inch LADWP water main break flooded major corridors of West Hollywood on Thursday, leaving behind buckled streets, major transit detours, and a massive sidewalk sinkhole.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The flooding caused by the water main break in West Hollywood will likely have a significant impact on local businesses, particularly those along Sunset Boulevard. With the major road closed indefinitely, traffic in the area will be severely disrupted, affecting not only commuters but also the livelihoods of business owners who rely on foot traffic and easy access for customers. The collapse of the sidewalk sinkhole on Palm Avenue also raises concerns about the condition of the city's infrastructure and the potential for similar incidents in other areas. As the city works to repair the water main and restore order to the area, residents and business owners will be watching closely to see how quickly and effectively the situation is handled, and what measures will be taken to prevent such disruptions in the future. The economic impact of the closure will also be a key factor to watch in the coming days.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) ·
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