Los Angeles Highway Shut Down Due to Gas Leak, Residents Sheltered Indoors
December 29, 2025 • Google News World
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Multiple incidents have occurred on Interstate 5 in Castaic, California. A gas leak was reported outside Los Angeles, causing a major highway to be shut down for an extended period of time. Nearby residents were advised to shelter in place.
Crews are investigating the cause of the explosive gas line rupture that led to the shutdown. The incident occurred near a natural gas pipeline.
Heavy rainfall in the area triggered a mudslide, which caused a natural gas explosion next to the highway. The explosion was reported by multiple news sources.
Additionally, holiday traffic on Interstate 5 came to a standstill for several hours due to the closure of the highway. Crews are assessing damage from the gas pipeline rupture and investigating the cause of the incidents.
The incidents have caused disruptions to traffic and daily activities in the area.
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