LA DWP Crews Work to Restore Water Service in San Fernando Valley

Water Service Restoration Efforts

• 💧 LA DWP crews are making significant progress in restoring water to thousands of customers in the San Fernando Valley.
• 🛠️ Crews have successfully removed a broken valve and are in the process of installing a new one.
• ⚠️ Residents are urged to refrain from using tap water as it interferes with ongoing repair work.

Water Distribution and Support

• 🚚 Water distribution sites have been established, such as the one on Reseda Boulevard, where residents can pick up cases of water.
• 🚿 Facilities for showering, washing, and laundry are also available.
• 📞 For individuals who are disabled or unable to reach distribution sites, assistance can be requested by calling 1-800-DIAL-DWP.

Additional Water Main Break

• 🌊 A separate water main break occurred on Saturday in the area where crews were working, causing further disruption.
• 🏠 This incident sent water cascading into a backyard and pushed debris into a home in Granada Hills, with the family awaiting repair cost estimates.

Complex Valve Repair

• ⚙️ The primary repair involves a busted valve controlling millions of gallons of water for approximately 10,000 people in Porter Ranch and Granada Hills.
• 🚧 Officials describe the valve repair as very complicated, requiring work around existing infrastructure 20 feet below ground.
• ⏳ The repairs are ongoing, marking the 6th day of water stoppage, compounded by brutal heat.