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Los Angeles Repairs More Than 2,400 Potholes After Holiday Storms

Officials expanded repair shifts after record holiday rainfall, urging 311 reports to target remaining trouble spots.

Overview

  • Mayor Karen Bass announced on Jan. 10 that crews have repaired more than 2,400 potholes citywide following recent storms.
  • Los Angeles logged more than 7 inches of rain since Dec. 23, producing widespread street damage during the Christmas and New Year period.
  • The Bureau of Street Services redeployed additional personnel working longer hours during weekdays and weekends to accelerate fixes.
  • Public works teams are operating daily to respond to service calls, and residents are asked to report remaining potholes through 311.
  • Caltrans reported nearly 90 pothole complaints on Jan. 2 across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern counties, including 81 in Los Angeles County.