Los Angeles Freeway to Reopen in 3-5 Weeks Following Arson-Induced Closure

Closure of Key Interstate 10 Section Disrupts Commutes, Potentially Slows Goods Transport; State in Legal Battle with Leaseholder Apex Development

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the damaged section of a freeway in Los Angeles, closed due to a massive fire, will be repaired and reopened in 3 to 5 weeks.
The fire, which was the result of arson, shut down a key section of Interstate 10, disrupting commutes and increasing congestion.
The closure of the 10-lane stretch of highway, which sees roughly 300,000 vehicles daily, is expected to have impacts beyond the metropolis, potentially slowing the transport of goods from the twin ports of LA and Long Beach.
Newsom revealed that the entity leasing the space at the site of the fire, Apex Development, has been 'bad actors' in their relationship with the state, illegally subleasing the site to others and being 'out of compliance'.
The U.S. Transportation Department is making emergency funding available and will swiftly make necessary federal decisions to speed recovery.