Updates on the I-10 freeway

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Yesterday, we received news that based on a preliminary analysis of core samples taken from the freeway, we expect the I-10 to be reopened in weeks as opposed to months.

While crews work day and night to repair the impacted area, our efforts to respond to this crisis with urgency have not changed.

All hands are on deck – that means every level of government is working together to ensure that no barriers get in the way of rebuilding.

Last night, I joined LAFD Chief Crowley on an aerial tour of the damage on the 10 freeway. After being in the scene of the area, the traffic we saw made it absolutely clear that Angelenos are trying to get around the closure by using surface streets.

Angelenos need to stay on course, STAY on the freeway, and transfer to the 60, 5 and 101 to help alleviate traffic on our streets.

It's also important for Angelenos to remember that we share the road and local access with emergency responders across the city. Allow extra time to travel.

Planning ahead can save a life.

Prepare for Rain

With rain in our forecast, I have directed the Department of Transportation to increase the number of white glove traffic officers to help commuters get through intersections faster.

Metro trains are also increasing the speed of trains along routes of the freeway closure.

If you have to drive, please remember to take caution on slick roads:

Treat all dark or flashing traffic signals as an all-way stop
Proceed carefully in intersections
Exercise extreme caution on all roads
Drive slowly with headlights on and leave extra space between vehicles

Support for Businesses

Downtown businesses that are impacted by the recent fire can receive remote or in-person assistance from one of ten Los Angeles BusinessSource Centers (BSCs) spread across the City. BSCs can provide free 1:1 consultation, business and employment support, and assistance in applying for forthcoming microenterprise grants and microloans.

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Reducing Future Risk

In coordination with our fire department, our city has begun to survey similar areas under overpasses to identify spots that may be of concern in order to take a proactive posture of prevention.

That effort began yesterday and results will be announced when available.

Expediting the Rebuild

I want to reiterate: the good news we received yesterday will not change the urgency to help mitigate traffic impacts for communities and commuters.

I will not settle for anything other than a rebuilding plan and a timeline that becomes a new model for speed.

Traffic and Closures

The ten freeway remains CLOSED in both directions between the East L.A. interchange and Alameda St. until further notice.

Angelenos should continue to stay informed and follow the latest information on routes.

FIND UPDATES

My team will be giving a traffic update this morning at 6:00 am from the Department of Transportation's Traffic Control Center.

The briefing will be provided in English at 6:00 am and in Spanish at 6:20 am.

TUNE IN

In the spirit of getting things done, it's going to take ALL of us to get through this crisis.

If any other time we need to be united, it is right now.

Karen Bass
Mayor

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Los Angeles Mayor's Office

200 N Spring St

Los Angeles, CA 90012

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