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The East LA oil spill was much worse than we thought
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Andrew Lopez | Boyle Heights Beat , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the spill and the companies issued notices are available from local news sources, including The LA Local, which initially reported the story.
A significant oil spill occurred in East Los Angeles , with crude oil spilling onto the street. The incident happened at the intersection of Cesar E. Chavez and Eastern avenues.
Crews have been working to clean the scene. The South Coast Air Quality Management District has taken action, issuing notices of violation to three companies involved. Further details about the spill and the companies issued notices are available from local news sources, including The LA Local, which initially reported the story.
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Category: local Published: June 24, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A significant oil spill occurred in East Los Angeles, with crude oil spilling onto the street. The incident happened at the intersection of Cesar E. Chavez and Eastern avenues. Crews have been…
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