pipeline rupture
Coverage of pipeline rupture in the Nexus archive.
- Oil-covered birds rescued after pipeline rupture sends crude into L.A. River
A pipeline rupture in East Los Angeles on May 22, 2026, caused crude oil to spill into the L.A. River, leading to the rescue of oil-covered birds by wildlife officials.
- Oil-covered birds rescued after pipeline rupture sends crude into L.A. River
Wildlife officials rescued oil-covered birds after a pipeline rupture in East Los Angeles caused crude oil to spill into the L.A. River on May 22, 2026. The incident resulted in environmental contamination affecting local wildlife.
- Health officials warn East L.A residents about odor after 2,400 gallons of oil spill
Los Angeles County Public Health officials issued new guidance to East Los Angeles residents after a ruptured pipeline spilled 2,400 gallons of crude oil onto a major street and into storm drains. The incident occurred near Cesar Chavez and Eastern avenues, prompting a cleanup operation as the leak was contained.
- Crude oil spills onto Cesar Chavez Avenue in East L.A. after pipeline rupture
A crude oil pipeline ruptured in East Los Angeles early Friday morning, spilling oil onto Cesar Chavez Avenue. The incident was reported by officials and resulted in environmental contamination in the area.