A water pipe that is over a century old burst early Thursday morning in West Hollywood, California, resulting in significant flooding and traffic disruptions. The rupture of the 36-inch riveted steel pipe led to the formation of a sinkhole and damaged pavement on Sunset Boulevard. Local metro buses were reported to be partially submerged in the water. Several major roads in the area were closed as a result of the incident.
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Water Pipe Burst Causes Flooding and Sinkhole in West Hollywood
A century-old water pipe burst in West Hollywood, California, causing flooding and a sinkhole on Sunset Boulevard. The incident disrupted traffic and led to the closure of several major roads.
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Sinkhole on Sunset Boulevard: broken water pipe floods LA-area hotspot
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Water Pipe Burst Causes Flooding and Sinkhole in West Hollywood