Sinkhole Opens on Sunset Boulevard After Water Main Break
A sinkhole opened on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood early on October 28, 2026 after an 8‑inch water main broke. LADWP crews stopped the water, but impact and repair schedule remain unknown.
GMNA Los Angeles
At about 7:30 a.m. on October 28, 2026, a sinkhole formed on Sunset Boulevard near Highland Avenue in Hollywood after an 8‑inch water main ruptured, damaging the roadway.
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power dispatched crews to shut off the water flow onto the street. The extent of customer impact and the timeline for repairs have not been disclosed.
