SoCalGas Halts Natural Gas Service in Rancho Palos Verdes Due to Landslide Risk
135 homes in the Portuguese Bend area affected as land movement continues to damage infrastructure and homes.
- California Gas Co. cited significant strain on infrastructure for the service cut.
- The land in the affected area is moving up to 9 inches per week.
- Residents will receive $2,500 each to help with immediate needs such as laundry and meals.
- The Wayfarers Chapel has been dismantled to prevent destruction from the ongoing landslide.
- Recent heavy rains have exacerbated the land movement, leading to increased damage.