Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Coverage of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power in the Nexus archive.
- WeHo water main break creates sinkhole and array of street closures. Here's what to know
A water main break in West Hollywood caused a sinkhole at Sunset Boulevard and Holloway Drive, leading to street closures and detoured bus routes. Emergency crews are addressing the rupture from a 100+ year-old trunk line, with officials confirming drinking water remains safe.
- Water main break floods streets in Studio City
A water main break on Coldwater Canyon Avenue in Studio City caused street flooding and a road closure on Saturday afternoon. The 8-inch cast iron main broke near Woodbridge Street at around 3 p.m., prompting a response from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
- Tap water now safe to drink in Koreatown after test detected E. coli, LADWP says
A Boil Water Notice in Koreatown, enacted on June 30 due to E. coli contamination in a water sample, has been lifted. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) confirmed that tap water is now safe to drink after rigorous testing.
- Boil Water Notice causing major disruptions in Koreatown after E.coli detected
A Boil Water Notice remains in effect in Koreatown after E. coli was detected in a water sample. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power stated the contamination is limited to one testing site and does not impact the overall water distribution system.
- Boil Water Notice issued for part of Koreatown after E.coli detected
A Boil Water Notice has been issued for a two-block section of Koreatown after E. coli was detected in water samples. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power states the contamination is limited to one testing site and does not impact the broader water distribution system.
- Boil water notice issued for part of Koreatown after E. coli found in water sample
A boil water notice was issued for a two-block area of Koreatown after E. coli was detected in a routine water sample. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) advises residents to boil tap water or use bottled water for drinking and cooking until further notice.
- Radical plan to send in army of armed guards to fight out-of-control LA copper wire theft
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is requesting an armed police force to address persistent copper wire thefts. The problem has escalated to the point where standard measures are insufficient, prompting the proposal of a radical solution involving armed guards.