Summary
A section of an industrial tunnel in Los Angeles partially collapsed, but all 31 workers inside escaped safely. The collapse happened as part of a $700 million project to build a tunnel that carries treated wastewater to the Pacific Ocean. Investigations are ongoing to find the cause of the collapse.
Key Facts
- 31 workers were inside a tunnel in Los Angeles when it partially collapsed.
- The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, July 9, 2025.
- The tunnel is part of a $700 million project to move treated wastewater to the ocean.
- The collapse happened about 5 miles from the tunnel's entrance.
- The workers were about 400 feet underground and escaped without major injuries.
- Workers climbed over loose soil and were brought out using a crane.
- Authorities are investigating what caused the collapse.
- Work in the tunnel will not start again until safety assessments are done.
