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Water main break near Del Amo Fashion Center shuts down portion of Crenshaw Boulevard
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Karla Rendon , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The break was reported near the Del Amo Fashion Center, specifically on Crenshaw Boulevard.
A water main break occurred in Torrance, affecting traffic on a major road. The break was reported near the Del Amo Fashion Center, specifically on Crenshaw Boulevard. As a result of the break, northbound lanes are closed from Carson Street to Plaza del Amo.
The cause of the water main break is currently unknown. Drivers are advised to avoid the area until further notice, as the city has not announced a reopening time for the affected road. For more information, readers can refer to the city's announcement for updates on the situation.
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Category: local Published: August 2, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A water main break occurred in Torrance, affecting traffic on a major road. The break was reported near the Del Amo Fashion Center, specifically on Crenshaw Boulevard. As a result of the break…
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